Chess
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Chess 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 975 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 859 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 836 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 971 fps | 789 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 886 fps | 720 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 800 fps | 650 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 857 fps | 686 fps | 557 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 777 fps | 621 fps | 497 fps | 404 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 | 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 | 853 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 900 fps | 731 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 991 fps | 793 fps | 644 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 964 fps | 771 fps | 627 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 911 fps | 729 fps | 592 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 830 fps | 664 fps | 540 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 938 fps | 750 fps | 600 fps | 488 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 804 fps | 643 fps | 514 fps | 418 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 583 fps | 466 fps | 373 fps | 303 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 960 fps | 780 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 891 fps | 724 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 800 fps | 650 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 943 fps | 754 fps | 613 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 886 fps | 709 fps | 576 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 875 fps | 700 fps | 560 fps | 455 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 750 fps | 600 fps | 480 fps | 390 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 661 fps | 529 fps | 423 fps | 344 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 643 fps | 514 fps | 411 fps | 334 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 607 fps | 486 fps | 389 fps | 316 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 554 fps | 443 fps | 354 fps | 288 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 500 fps | 400 fps | 320 fps | 260 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 429 fps | 343 fps | 274 fps | 223 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 311 fps | 249 fps | 199 fps | 162 fps |
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About
Chess (2001) is a straightforward chess simulation game designed for the original PlayStation, offering a classic experience for enthusiasts of the strategy genre. Its casual and indie elements make it accessible for both seasoned chess players and newcomers. While it may not boast cutting-edge graphics or complex mechanics, its notable simplicity and focus on pure gameplay have earned it a place in the hearts of many.
In terms of PC performance, Chess is not a demanding game, making it an excellent choice for various hardware configurations. With a minimum GPU requirement of an entry-level GPU that achieves a score of around 300, players can expect smooth gameplay with decent FPS even on low-end machines. For optimal performance, a basic integrated GPU or older discrete cards should suffice, allowing users to enjoy the game without tweaking extensive graphics settings.
If you're a fan of strategy games or looking for a relaxing title to unwind, Chess (2001) is certainly worth your time. Its critical reception has been generally positive, making it a recommended option for those seeking a casual yet engaging gaming experience on their PCs.
Performance profile
Released in November 2001, Chess comes from the DirectX 9 era. Even the cheapest modern discrete GPU crushes it at maxed-out settings; the only real bottleneck today is CPU single-thread speed on older titles that were never multi-threaded.
As a strategy title, Chess is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.
Extremely light — Chess 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.
