Dakar 18
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Dakar 18 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 | 954 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 896 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 872 fps | 708 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 934 fps | 747 fps | 607 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 823 fps | 658 fps | 535 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 801 fps | 640 fps | 520 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 945 fps | 756 fps | 605 fps | 491 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 862 fps | 689 fps | 552 fps | 448 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 778 fps | 623 fps | 498 fps | 405 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 667 fps | 534 fps | 427 fps | 347 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 484 fps | 387 fps | 310 fps | 252 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 911 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 846 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 934 fps | 759 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 881 fps | 716 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 827 fps | 672 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 817 fps | 654 fps | 531 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 876 fps | 701 fps | 560 fps | 455 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 771 fps | 617 fps | 494 fps | 401 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 751 fps | 600 fps | 480 fps | 390 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 709 fps | 567 fps | 454 fps | 369 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 646 fps | 517 fps | 414 fps | 336 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 584 fps | 467 fps | 374 fps | 304 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 500 fps | 400 fps | 320 fps | 260 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 363 fps | 290 fps | 232 fps | 189 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 934 fps | 747 fps | 598 fps | 486 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 867 fps | 694 fps | 555 fps | 451 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 778 fps | 623 fps | 498 fps | 405 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 734 fps | 587 fps | 470 fps | 382 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 689 fps | 552 fps | 441 fps | 358 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 545 fps | 436 fps | 349 fps | 283 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 467 fps | 374 fps | 299 fps | 243 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 411 fps | 329 fps | 263 fps | 214 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 400 fps | 320 fps | 256 fps | 208 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 378 fps | 302 fps | 242 fps | 197 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 345 fps | 276 fps | 221 fps | 179 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 311 fps | 249 fps | 199 fps | 162 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 267 fps | 213 fps | 171 fps | 139 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 193 fps | 155 fps | 124 fps | 101 fps |
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Minimum Hardware
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 or AMD HD 7870 (2GB VRAM with Shader Model 5.0 or better)
Intel Core i5-2400s @ 2.5 GHz or AMD FX-6100 @ 3.3 GHz or equivalent Core i3-7340
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Genres
About
Dakar 18, released in 2018, is an adventurous racing simulation that takes players over 6,500 miles of treacherous terrain in the legendary Dakar Rally. Featuring motorcycles, off-road 4X4 trucks, and rally cars, the game immerses players in one of the most challenging racing environments where weather and landscape severely impact performance. This unique combination of adventure and sports genres sets Dakar 18 apart, appealing to fans of realistic racing experiences.
In terms of PC performance, Dakar 18 is relatively accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 4047 to run smoothly. Players with a minimum CPU score of approximately 3185 and at least 4 GB of RAM can expect decent performance at medium graphics settings. While the game is not overly demanding, achieving higher FPS may require a mid-range GPU, especially if you aim for better visual fidelity or competitive performance.
Despite its mixed reviews and a rating of 61/100, Dakar 18 offers a distinctive blend of adventure and racing that could appeal to genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy racing games that challenge your skills and immerse you in realistic environments, it’s certainly worth a try, especially if you have the right hardware to fully enjoy the experience.
Performance profile
September 2018 release. Dakar 18 was built around the GTX 10-series / RX Vega era. Current-gen mid-range cards (RTX 4060 / RX 7600) are overkill at 1080p and handle 1440p Ultra comfortably.
Simulation titles like Dakar 18 are heavily CPU-dependent — physics, AI and world state dominate the frame budget. Prioritise a CPU with strong single-thread performance and fast RAM over raw GPU power.
Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Dakar 18; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.
