What GPU do I need to run Bayonetta?

The minimum GPU requirement for Bayonetta is AMD Radeon HD 6950. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Bayonetta?

The minimum system requirements for Bayonetta are: CPU: Intel Core i3-3220, GPU: AMD Radeon HD 6950, RAM: 4 GB.

Can I play Bayonetta at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Bayonetta at medium-to-high settings, you typically need at least an entry-level GPU (e.g. GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT). Use the FPS estimator on this page to check your specific GPU.

Bayonetta

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31 ratings2014Easy to run

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Bayonetta FPS by GPU

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1080p performance

Bayonetta estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	971 fps	777 fps	631 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	902 fps	722 fps	586 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	810 fps	648 fps	526 fps
RTX 5080	954 fps	763 fps	611 fps	496 fps
RTX 4080 Super	896 fps	717 fps	574 fps	466 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	708 fps	567 fps	453 fps	368 fps
RTX 4070	607 fps	486 fps	389 fps	316 fps
RX 7800 XT	535 fps	428 fps	342 fps	278 fps
RTX 3080	520 fps	416 fps	333 fps	271 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	492 fps	393 fps	315 fps	256 fps
RTX 3070	448 fps	359 fps	287 fps	233 fps
RTX 4060	405 fps	324 fps	259 fps	210 fps
RTX 3060	347 fps	278 fps	222 fps	180 fps
GTX 1660 Super	252 fps	201 fps	161 fps	131 fps

1440p performance

Bayonetta estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	911 fps	729 fps	583 fps	474 fps
RTX 4090	846 fps	677 fps	541 fps	440 fps
RX 7900 XTX	759 fps	607 fps	486 fps	395 fps
RTX 5080	716 fps	572 fps	458 fps	372 fps
RTX 4080 Super	672 fps	538 fps	430 fps	350 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	531 fps	425 fps	340 fps	276 fps
RTX 4070	455 fps	364 fps	291 fps	237 fps
RX 7800 XT	401 fps	321 fps	257 fps	209 fps
RTX 3080	390 fps	312 fps	250 fps	203 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	369 fps	295 fps	236 fps	192 fps
RTX 3070	336 fps	269 fps	215 fps	175 fps
RTX 4060	304 fps	243 fps	194 fps	158 fps
RTX 3060	260 fps	208 fps	167 fps	135 fps
GTX 1660 Super	189 fps	151 fps	121 fps	98 fps

4K performance

Bayonetta estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	486 fps	389 fps	311 fps	253 fps
RTX 4090	451 fps	361 fps	289 fps	235 fps
RX 7900 XTX	405 fps	324 fps	259 fps	210 fps
RTX 5080	382 fps	305 fps	244 fps	198 fps
RTX 4080 Super	359 fps	287 fps	229 fps	186 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	283 fps	227 fps	181 fps	147 fps
RTX 4070	243 fps	194 fps	155 fps	126 fps
RX 7800 XT	214 fps	171 fps	137 fps	111 fps
RTX 3080	208 fps	167 fps	133 fps	108 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	197 fps	157 fps	126 fps	102 fps
RTX 3070	179 fps	143 fps	115 fps	93 fps
RTX 4060	162 fps	130 fps	104 fps	84 fps
RTX 3060	139 fps	111 fps	89 fps	72 fps
GTX 1660 Super	101 fps	80 fps	64 fps	52 fps

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About

Bayonetta, released in 2014, is an action-adventure hack and slash game that puts players in the role of the titular witch, Bayonetta. Renowned for its stylish combat, players can unleash a flurry of attacks using a diverse arsenal of weapons while tackling a range of angelic foes. The game features unique mechanics like time-slowing dodges and Torture Attacks, making each encounter both visually stunning and engaging.

For PC gamers looking to run Bayonetta smoothly, the game is relatively accessible in terms of performance requirements. A system with at least an entry-level GPU (minimum score of around 2594) and a CPU score of approximately 1953 should be sufficient for decent FPS. With only 4 GB of RAM needed, the game can be played on mid-tier machines, making it a solid choice for a variety of setups while still delivering impressive graphics on higher settings.

Overall, Bayonetta’s 83/100 rating and its blend of fast-paced action and captivating storytelling make it a compelling title for both new and experienced gamers. If you enjoy stylish combat and engaging narratives, Bayonetta is definitely worth your time.

Performance profile

Released in September 2014, Bayonetta sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.

Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Bayonetta; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.