Expanse
Can your GPU run this game?
Estimated FPS across quality settings and resolutions
Search for your GPU above to see a full FPS breakdown at every quality and resolution.
Expanse FPS by GPU
Estimated framerates for 14 reference GPUs · pick a resolution and quality
Full benchmark grid · 14 GPUs × 4 qualities × 3 resolutions
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 | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 966 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 828 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 924 fps | 739 fps | 601 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 958 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 932 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 880 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 988 fps | 802 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 892 fps | 725 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 956 fps | 765 fps | 621 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 866 fps | 693 fps | 554 fps | 450 fps |
4K 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 | 966 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 911 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 856 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 833 fps | 676 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 892 fps | 714 fps | 580 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 982 fps | 786 fps | 629 fps | 511 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 956 fps | 765 fps | 612 fps | 497 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 903 fps | 722 fps | 578 fps | 469 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 823 fps | 658 fps | 527 fps | 428 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 743 fps | 595 fps | 476 fps | 387 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 637 fps | 510 fps | 408 fps | 331 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 462 fps | 370 fps | 296 fps | 240 fps |
Where to buy
Expanse
affiliate
from
$3.99
Minimum Hardware
* Amazon links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Genres
About
Expanse, released in 2017, is an engaging indie and massively multiplayer strategy game that invites up to four players into a thrilling top-down shooter experience set in outer space. Players navigate expansive environments while battling waves of enemies, dodging intense bullet storms, and taking on unique bosses. The combination of cooperative gameplay and fast-paced action makes Expanse a notable title in the indie gaming scene.
From a performance perspective, Expanse is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 105 to run smoothly. Players can expect decent FPS with low to medium graphics settings, making it a great option for gamers with basic hardware. Even a system boasting 1 GB of RAM can deliver a satisfactory gameplay experience, but those with mid-tier GPUs will see even better performance and higher framerates.
If you enjoy cooperative gameplay and fast-paced action in a distinctive setting, Expanse comes highly recommended. Its blend of strategic shooting mechanics and multiplayer elements caters well to fans of the genre, making it an entertaining choice for both casual and dedicated gamers alike.
Performance profile
August 2017 release. Expanse 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.
As a strategy title, Expanse 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 — Expanse 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.
