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Can GeForce RTX 4070 run Defiance?

Great

The GeForce RTX 4070 handles Defiance well at 1080p, delivering approximately 1351 FPS at High settings — above the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. It can also achieve smooth 1440p at around 1013 FPS.

DefianceGeForce RTX 4070 FPS Data

Quality1080p1440p4K
Low999+ fps999+ fps844 fps
Medium999+ fps999+ fps675 fps
High999+ fps999+ fps540 fps
Ultra999+ fps823 fps439 fps

Estimated FPS · actual performance may vary based on drivers and settings

Minimum System Requirements

CPU
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz CPU or better
GPU
512MB video card (NVIDIA GeForce 8600, ATI Radeon HD 2900, or Intel HD 4000 integrated graphics or better)
RAM
2 GB

Genres

About

Defiance (2013) stands out as one of the first major multiplayer online shooters to blend third-person action combat with MMO-style persistence and scale. The game uniquely synchronized with a Syfy television series, creating a cross-media sci-fi experience that was genuinely innovative at launch. As a free-to-play title, it offers accessible entry into large-scale PvE and PvP gameplay without an upfront cost.

On the performance front, Defiance remains quite accessible for modern systems. An entry-level GPU with a benchmark score around 292 can handle minimum requirements, and the game is far from demanding by today's standards. Most mid-range graphics cards will deliver smooth FPS performance even at higher settings, making it ideal for benchmarking on older or budget-focused hardware, and you'll have plenty of headroom for consistent frame rates across various graphics configurations.

With a 51/100 rating, Defiance has its share of mechanical and design quirks, though MMO and action RPG fans may still find enjoyment in its free-to-play model. It's worth checking out if you're interested in older online shooters or need a lightweight title to test GPU performance on lower-end systems.

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