Dead Island
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Dead Island 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 | 857 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 929 fps | 755 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 904 fps | 734 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 854 fps | 694 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 973 fps | 778 fps | 632 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 879 fps | 703 fps | 571 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 941 fps | 753 fps | 603 fps | 490 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 683 fps | 546 fps | 437 fps | 355 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 | 948 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 923 fps | 750 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 988 fps | 791 fps | 643 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 871 fps | 697 fps | 566 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 847 fps | 678 fps | 551 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 800 fps | 640 fps | 520 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 912 fps | 730 fps | 584 fps | 474 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 824 fps | 659 fps | 527 fps | 428 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 706 fps | 565 fps | 452 fps | 367 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 512 fps | 410 fps | 328 fps | 266 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 844 fps | 685 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 979 fps | 783 fps | 636 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 879 fps | 703 fps | 571 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 828 fps | 663 fps | 538 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 973 fps | 778 fps | 623 fps | 506 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 769 fps | 615 fps | 492 fps | 400 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 659 fps | 527 fps | 422 fps | 343 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 581 fps | 464 fps | 372 fps | 302 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 565 fps | 452 fps | 362 fps | 294 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 533 fps | 427 fps | 341 fps | 277 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 486 fps | 389 fps | 311 fps | 253 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 439 fps | 351 fps | 281 fps | 228 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 377 fps | 301 fps | 241 fps | 196 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 273 fps | 218 fps | 175 fps | 142 fps |
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About
Dead Island, released in 2011, offers players a unique blend of hack and slash and shooter gameplay set against the backdrop of a tropical paradise turned nightmarish due to a sudden zombie outbreak. As survivors on the fictional island of Banoi, players must navigate treacherous environments and combat hordes of undead, making it notable for its immersive co-op gameplay and dynamic melee combat mechanics. With a Metacritic score of 71/100, it has garnered a dedicated fanbase over the years.
In terms of PC performance, Dead Island is relatively accessible and can run well on entry-level hardware. With a minimum GPU score of around 141, players can expect decent FPS on budget graphics cards. To optimize gameplay, a system with a dedicated GPU from the entry-level tier, alongside at least 1 GB of RAM, will effectively handle the game’s graphics settings while providing a smooth benchmark experience in combat and exploration.
If you're a fan of action-packed zombie games and intense co-op play, Dead Island is worth a try. Its solid rating and engaging gameplay mechanics make it a compelling choice for gamers looking to immerse themselves in a thrilling post-apocalyptic world.
Performance profile
September 2011 release. Dead Island targets mid-2000s-to-early-2010s hardware — any modern entry-level GPU (GTX 1650 tier or newer integrated graphics) handles it at 1080p Ultra without breaking a sweat.
Dead Island is latency-sensitive: a high refresh-rate monitor (144 Hz+) and consistent 1% low framerate matter more than raw averages. Aim for a GPU that delivers 20–30% more headroom than the "just 60 FPS" tier to keep frame pacing smooth during intense fights.
Extremely light — Dead Island 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
The island of Banoi is a lush, tropical paradise in the South Pacific where its flagship Royal Palms Resort serves as the ultimate getaway for vacationers with money to burn. However, all good things must soon come to an end - and the picturesque resort falls into madness, carnage and chaos after a mysterious and contagious zombie outbreak claims its once peaceful atmosphere. Cut off from the rest of the world, only four individuals who strangely find themselves immune to zombification have the power to protect the remaining survivors from the horrors of the island, to discover what's really going on and find a way to escape before their own fatal ends.
