Halo Wars: Definitive Edition
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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 | 867 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 940 fps | 763 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 914 fps | 743 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 863 fps | 702 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 984 fps | 787 fps | 640 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 889 fps | 711 fps | 578 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 952 fps | 762 fps | 610 fps | 495 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 690 fps | 552 fps | 442 fps | 359 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 | 960 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 933 fps | 758 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 800 fps | 650 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 881 fps | 705 fps | 573 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 857 fps | 686 fps | 557 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 810 fps | 648 fps | 526 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 923 fps | 738 fps | 590 fps | 480 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 833 fps | 667 fps | 533 fps | 433 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 714 fps | 571 fps | 457 fps | 371 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 518 fps | 414 fps | 331 fps | 269 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 853 fps | 693 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 990 fps | 792 fps | 644 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 889 fps | 711 fps | 578 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 838 fps | 670 fps | 545 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 984 fps | 787 fps | 630 fps | 512 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 778 fps | 622 fps | 498 fps | 404 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 667 fps | 533 fps | 427 fps | 347 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 587 fps | 470 fps | 376 fps | 305 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 571 fps | 457 fps | 366 fps | 297 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 540 fps | 432 fps | 345 fps | 281 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 492 fps | 394 fps | 315 fps | 256 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 444 fps | 356 fps | 284 fps | 231 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 381 fps | 305 fps | 244 fps | 198 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 276 fps | 221 fps | 177 fps | 144 fps |
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About
Halo Wars: Definitive Edition is a real-time strategy game released in 2016 that brings the Halo universe to PC and Xbox One. Unlike the mainline first-person shooters, this title focuses on large-scale tactical gameplay where you command entire armies of UNSC and Covenant forces across the battlefield. It offers a fresh perspective on the iconic conflict while introducing new heroes and strategic depth to the Halo franchise.
The game is highly accessible from a performance standpoint, making it an excellent benchmark title for budget-conscious gamers. Even entry-level GPUs with a benchmark score around 112 can handle it comfortably at solid frame rates, while 4GB of RAM meets the minimum requirement. Most modern systems will achieve excellent FPS performance with room to spare, so you won't need high-end graphics hardware to enjoy smooth gameplay across various graphics settings.
With a solid 77/100 rating, Halo Wars: Definitive Edition is worth playing if you enjoy real-time strategy games or want to experience the Halo universe from a different angle. Strategy fans will find engaging tactical gameplay that's distinct from typical PC RTS titles.
Performance profile
Released in December 2016, Halo Wars: Definitive Edition 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, Halo Wars: Definitive Edition 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 — Halo Wars: Definitive Edition 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 Covenant has declared war on humanity, and Harvest is the first battleground. Set 21 years before the events of Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo Wars is an exciting real-time strategy game set in the legendary Halo universe. In this unique installment in the Halo franchise, players experience the epic battles that marked the beginning of the Covenant War. With the UNSC Spirit of Fire at their disposal, players fight in the intense and enormous conflicts that would define humanity's relentless heroism in its darkest hour.
