Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin
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Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 949 fps | 759 fps | 617 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 881 fps | 705 fps | 573 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 988 fps | 791 fps | 633 fps | 514 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 932 fps | 745 fps | 596 fps | 485 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 875 fps | 700 fps | 560 fps | 455 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 692 fps | 553 fps | 443 fps | 360 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 593 fps | 474 fps | 380 fps | 308 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 522 fps | 418 fps | 334 fps | 272 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 508 fps | 407 fps | 325 fps | 264 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 480 fps | 384 fps | 307 fps | 250 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 438 fps | 350 fps | 280 fps | 228 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 395 fps | 316 fps | 253 fps | 206 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 339 fps | 271 fps | 217 fps | 176 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 246 fps | 197 fps | 157 fps | 128 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 889 fps | 712 fps | 569 fps | 463 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 826 fps | 661 fps | 529 fps | 429 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 741 fps | 593 fps | 474 fps | 385 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 699 fps | 559 fps | 447 fps | 363 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 657 fps | 525 fps | 420 fps | 341 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 519 fps | 415 fps | 332 fps | 270 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 445 fps | 356 fps | 285 fps | 231 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 392 fps | 313 fps | 251 fps | 204 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 381 fps | 305 fps | 244 fps | 198 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 360 fps | 288 fps | 230 fps | 187 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 328 fps | 263 fps | 210 fps | 171 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 296 fps | 237 fps | 190 fps | 154 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 254 fps | 203 fps | 163 fps | 132 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 184 fps | 147 fps | 118 fps | 96 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 474 fps | 380 fps | 304 fps | 247 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 441 fps | 352 fps | 282 fps | 229 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 395 fps | 316 fps | 253 fps | 206 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 373 fps | 298 fps | 239 fps | 194 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 350 fps | 280 fps | 224 fps | 182 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 277 fps | 221 fps | 177 fps | 144 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 237 fps | 190 fps | 152 fps | 123 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 209 fps | 167 fps | 134 fps | 109 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 203 fps | 163 fps | 130 fps | 106 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 192 fps | 154 fps | 123 fps | 100 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 175 fps | 140 fps | 112 fps | 91 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 158 fps | 127 fps | 101 fps | 82 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 136 fps | 108 fps | 87 fps | 70 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 98 fps | 79 fps | 63 fps | 51 fps |
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Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin is the definitive 2015 version of FromSoftware's challenging action RPG, bundling the base game with all three DLC expansions and significant gameplay rebalancing. Known for its demanding combat and intricate level design, this sequel refined the Dark Souls formula with improved graphics and performance optimizations compared to the original release.
On the PC performance side, Scholar of the First Sin is quite accessible and doesn't demand cutting-edge hardware to run well. Even entry-level GPUs with a benchmark score around 2202 can handle the minimum requirements, though you'll want a mid-range GPU to consistently hit 60 FPS at higher graphics settings. With just 4 GB of RAM minimum, this is one of the more forgiving benchmarks in the series, making it viable for older systems or budget gaming builds seeking solid performance.
At an 84/100 rating, Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin is worth playing for action RPG fans who appreciate punishing difficulty and environmental storytelling. If you enjoyed the original Dark Souls or want a challenging adventure that doesn't require top-tier hardware, this enhanced edition delivers substantial content and refined mechanics.
Performance profile
Released in April 2015, Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin 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.
RPGs like Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin stress VRAM during long sessions — texture streaming, mods and open-world traversal inflate memory use over time. 8 GB VRAM is a practical floor; 12 GB+ is worth the headroom at 1440p and above.
Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.
