BioShock Infinite
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BioShock Infinite FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 901 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 951 fps | 773 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 838 fps | 681 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 815 fps | 662 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 962 fps | 770 fps | 625 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 877 fps | 702 fps | 570 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 991 fps | 792 fps | 634 fps | 515 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 849 fps | 679 fps | 543 fps | 442 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 616 fps | 492 fps | 394 fps | 320 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 966 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 911 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 855 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 832 fps | 676 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 892 fps | 713 fps | 579 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 982 fps | 785 fps | 628 fps | 510 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 955 fps | 764 fps | 611 fps | 497 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 902 fps | 722 fps | 577 fps | 469 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 823 fps | 658 fps | 526 fps | 428 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 743 fps | 594 fps | 475 fps | 386 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 637 fps | 509 fps | 408 fps | 331 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 462 fps | 369 fps | 295 fps | 240 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 951 fps | 761 fps | 618 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 883 fps | 706 fps | 574 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 991 fps | 792 fps | 634 fps | 515 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 934 fps | 747 fps | 598 fps | 486 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 877 fps | 702 fps | 562 fps | 456 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 693 fps | 555 fps | 444 fps | 361 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 594 fps | 475 fps | 380 fps | 309 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 524 fps | 419 fps | 335 fps | 272 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 509 fps | 408 fps | 326 fps | 265 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 481 fps | 385 fps | 308 fps | 250 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 439 fps | 351 fps | 281 fps | 228 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 396 fps | 317 fps | 254 fps | 206 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 340 fps | 272 fps | 217 fps | 177 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 246 fps | 197 fps | 158 fps | 128 fps |
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BioShock Infinite is a 2013 action game that stands apart as the third entry in the BioShock franchise, set in an entirely different universe with its own compelling story and world. Rather than being a direct sequel, it delivers the series' signature blend of immersive gameplay, environmental storytelling, and strategic combat encounters that demand different weapon loadouts and tactics depending on your surroundings. The game's creative design and narrative depth earned it an 86/100 rating, making it a standout title in the action genre.
BioShock Infinite is relatively accessible from a performance standpoint, though it benefits from solid GPU hardware for smooth performance at higher graphics settings. A minimum CPU score of around 855 and 2GB of RAM means even modest systems can run it, but for consistent 60 FPS at 1080p with good visual quality, you'll want at least a mid-range GPU like an NVIDIA GTX 960 or AMD equivalent. Our FPS benchmarks show that older and budget-friendly hardware can still deliver playable framerates, making this a great title for testing performance across different GPU tiers.
If you enjoy action games with strong narrative elements and atmospheric world-building, BioShock Infinite is absolutely worth playing. Its combination of engaging gameplay and storytelling makes it a worthwhile addition to any PC gaming library.
Performance profile
Released in March 2013, BioShock Infinite 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.
Action titles like BioShock Infinite reward high framerates for visual clarity during combat. A mid-range modern GPU at 1440p 60–120 FPS is the practical sweet spot; VRR (G-Sync/FreeSync) smooths out drops during heavy effects.
Extremely light — BioShock Infinite runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
Storyline
BioShock Infinite takes place in the airborne city of Columbia in 1912, where the player assumes the role of Booker DeWitt, a disgraced ex-Pinkerton agent. Booker has been given the job of finding a mysterious and powerful woman imprisoned in Columbia since birth named Elizabeth in order to wipe his debts away, and the story follows the unlikely duo as they journey to escape the flying city while discovering its twisted secrets.
