Dota 2
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Dota 2 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 | 983 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 843 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 914 fps | 742 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 889 fps | 722 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 840 fps | 682 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 957 fps | 765 fps | 622 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 864 fps | 691 fps | 562 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 926 fps | 741 fps | 593 fps | 481 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 671 fps | 537 fps | 430 fps | 349 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 | 993 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 933 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 907 fps | 737 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 972 fps | 778 fps | 632 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 856 fps | 685 fps | 557 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 833 fps | 667 fps | 542 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 984 fps | 787 fps | 630 fps | 512 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 897 fps | 718 fps | 574 fps | 466 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 810 fps | 648 fps | 519 fps | 421 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 694 fps | 556 fps | 444 fps | 361 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 503 fps | 403 fps | 322 fps | 262 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 830 fps | 674 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 963 fps | 770 fps | 626 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 864 fps | 691 fps | 562 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 815 fps | 652 fps | 530 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 957 fps | 765 fps | 612 fps | 498 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 756 fps | 605 fps | 484 fps | 393 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 648 fps | 519 fps | 415 fps | 337 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 571 fps | 457 fps | 365 fps | 297 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 556 fps | 444 fps | 356 fps | 289 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 525 fps | 420 fps | 336 fps | 273 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 478 fps | 383 fps | 306 fps | 249 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 432 fps | 346 fps | 277 fps | 225 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 370 fps | 296 fps | 237 fps | 193 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 269 fps | 215 fps | 172 fps | 140 fps |
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About
Dota 2, released in 2013, is a highly renowned multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game that serves as the standalone sequel to the Defense of the Ancients mod. This strategic game is notable for its deep gameplay mechanics, diverse roster of heroes, and a competitive scene that remains vibrant years after its release, attracting millions of players worldwide. Regular updates keep the game fresh, ensuring a continuously evolving experience for both newcomers and seasoned veterans.
In terms of performance, Dota 2 is relatively accessible, making it a great choice for a wide range of gamers. The minimum GPU requirement is an entry-level graphics card, achieving a benchmark score of around 180. For optimal performance, players should aim for a mid-tier GPU that can consistently deliver 60 FPS or higher with medium to high graphics settings, ensuring a smooth and immersive gaming experience without heavy hardware demands.
With a solid rating of 79/100 and its engaging MOBA focus, Dota 2 is definitely worth playing for fans of strategy games. The dynamic gameplay and competitive environment offer both thrilling challenges and rewarding teamwork for players seeking an exciting gaming experience.
Performance profile
Released in July 2013, Dota 2 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.
As a strategy title, Dota 2 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 — Dota 2 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
Each match of Dota 2 involves two teams, both containing five players and occupying a fortified stronghold at either end of the map. Victory is achieved by destroying the enemy's Ancient, a building that is invulnerable until certain objectives are achieved. Each player controls a "Hero" character and focuses on leveling up, acquiring items and fighting against the other team to achieve victory during each match. The previous match has no connection with the next match. All heroes are playable as in you do not have to "purchase/unlock" heroes to play them. The game development team try their best at balancing the heroes so that all heroes can be played in any match
