Halo: The Master Chief Collection
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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 | 867 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 915 fps | 743 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 806 fps | 655 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 980 fps | 784 fps | 637 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 926 fps | 740 fps | 602 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 844 fps | 675 fps | 549 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 953 fps | 762 fps | 610 fps | 495 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 817 fps | 653 fps | 523 fps | 425 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 592 fps | 474 fps | 379 fps | 308 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 | 929 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 876 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 823 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 800 fps | 650 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 858 fps | 686 fps | 557 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 944 fps | 755 fps | 604 fps | 491 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 919 fps | 735 fps | 588 fps | 478 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 868 fps | 694 fps | 555 fps | 451 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 791 fps | 633 fps | 506 fps | 411 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 715 fps | 572 fps | 457 fps | 372 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 613 fps | 490 fps | 392 fps | 319 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 444 fps | 355 fps | 284 fps | 231 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 915 fps | 732 fps | 595 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 849 fps | 679 fps | 552 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 953 fps | 762 fps | 610 fps | 495 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 898 fps | 719 fps | 575 fps | 467 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 844 fps | 675 fps | 540 fps | 439 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 667 fps | 534 fps | 427 fps | 347 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 572 fps | 457 fps | 366 fps | 297 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 504 fps | 403 fps | 322 fps | 262 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 490 fps | 392 fps | 314 fps | 255 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 463 fps | 370 fps | 296 fps | 241 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 422 fps | 338 fps | 270 fps | 219 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 381 fps | 305 fps | 244 fps | 198 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 327 fps | 261 fps | 209 fps | 170 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 237 fps | 189 fps | 152 fps | 123 fps |
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About
Halo: The Master Chief Collection is a landmark action shooter that brings together the legendary Halo saga in one package. Originally released in 2014, this compilation features the complete campaigns from multiple Halo titles along with extensive multiplayer content, all enhanced with visual upgrades including support for up to 4K UHD resolution, faster load times, and improved matchmaking. It's the definitive way to experience one of gaming's most influential franchises on PC.
The game is quite accessible from a performance standpoint, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score around 1936 to run. Most modern graphics cards will handle this benchmark well, delivering solid FPS at standard resolutions and graphics settings. For players aiming for consistent high-refresh FPS at 1440p or 4K, stepping up to a mid-range GPU provides comfortable performance headroom and allows you to maximize the visual enhancements that make this collection shine.
With a strong 86/100 rating, Halo: The Master Chief Collection is a must-play for action and shooter fans who haven't experienced these classics. Even veteran Halo players will appreciate the modernized graphics and streamlined performance on PC.
Performance profile
Released in November 2014, Halo: The Master Chief Collection 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.
Action titles like Halo: The Master Chief Collection reward high framerates for visual clarity during combat. A mid-range modern GPU at 1440p 60–120 FPS is the practical sweet spot; VRR (G-Sync/FreeSync) smooths out drops during heavy effects.
Extremely light — Halo: The Master Chief Collection 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
Halo: The Master Chief Collection includes Halo 2: Anniversary, celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the iconic fan favorite. The campaign features a “Classic Mode” to instantly switch between the remastered next-gen graphics and original game, updated sound effects, and completely new cut-scenes created by Blur Studios. Discover new story elements with extended cut scenes, hidden terminal videos, and uncover clues about the story of Halo 5: Guardians. Utilize game-altering Skulls to experience the campaign in a whole new way. For multiplayer you have access to all of the original multiplayer maps from Halo 2 and Halo 2 Vista included, exactly as you remember them. Play on fan favorites including Ivory Tower, Ascension, and Lockout, plus 6 completely re-imagined maps that take full advantage of the capabilities of the Xbox One.*
