What GPU do I need to run Homeworld: Emergence?

The minimum GPU requirement for Homeworld: Emergence is NVIDIA GeForce GT 440. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Homeworld: Emergence?

The minimum system requirements for Homeworld: Emergence are: CPU: Intel Core i3-2100 3.1 GHz, GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GT 440, RAM: 3 GB.

Can I play Homeworld: Emergence at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Homeworld: Emergence at medium-to-high settings, you typically need at least an entry-level GPU (e.g. GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT). Use the FPS estimator on this page to check your specific GPU.

Homeworld: Emergence

80/100

25 ratings2000Easy to run

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Estimated FPS across quality settings and resolutions

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Homeworld: Emergence FPS by GPU

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1080p performance

Homeworld: Emergence estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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	974 fps	792 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	835 fps	679 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	920 fps	736 fps	598 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	895 fps	716 fps	582 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	845 fps	676 fps	549 fps
RTX 3070	963 fps	771 fps	616 fps	501 fps
RTX 4060	870 fps	696 fps	557 fps	452 fps
RTX 3060	746 fps	597 fps	477 fps	388 fps
GTX 1660 Super	541 fps	432 fps	346 fps	281 fps

1440p performance

Homeworld: Emergence estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	945 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	848 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	999 fps	984 fps	800 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	999 fps	925 fps	751 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	913 fps	731 fps	594 fps
RTX 4070	979 fps	783 fps	626 fps	509 fps
RX 7800 XT	862 fps	690 fps	552 fps	448 fps
RTX 3080	839 fps	671 fps	537 fps	436 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	792 fps	634 fps	507 fps	412 fps
RTX 3070	722 fps	578 fps	462 fps	376 fps
RTX 4060	652 fps	522 fps	418 fps	339 fps
RTX 3060	559 fps	447 fps	358 fps	291 fps
GTX 1660 Super	405 fps	324 fps	259 fps	211 fps

4K performance

Homeworld: Emergence estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	835 fps	668 fps	543 fps
RTX 4090	969 fps	775 fps	620 fps	504 fps
RX 7900 XTX	870 fps	696 fps	557 fps	452 fps
RTX 5080	820 fps	656 fps	525 fps	427 fps
RTX 4080 Super	771 fps	616 fps	493 fps	401 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	609 fps	487 fps	390 fps	317 fps
RTX 4070	522 fps	418 fps	334 fps	271 fps
RX 7800 XT	460 fps	368 fps	294 fps	239 fps
RTX 3080	447 fps	358 fps	286 fps	233 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	423 fps	338 fps	270 fps	220 fps
RTX 3070	385 fps	308 fps	247 fps	200 fps
RTX 4060	348 fps	278 fps	223 fps	181 fps
RTX 3060	298 fps	239 fps	191 fps	155 fps
GTX 1660 Super	216 fps	173 fps	138 fps	112 fps

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About

Homeworld: Emergence, released in 2000, is an acclaimed real-time strategy game that expands on the beloved Homeworld series. Initially launched as "Homeworld: Cataclysm," this title offers players a rich narrative and engaging gameplay centered around space battles and resource management. Its unique blend of 3D graphics and strategic depth sets it apart, ensuring a memorable experience as players control their fleets in the vastness of space.

For those interested in performance benchmarks, Homeworld: Emergence is accessible even on entry-level hardware. To achieve smooth gameplay with stable FPS, you’ll need a minimum GPU that scores around 768, along with a CPU that has a benchmark score of approximately 1542. With just 3 GB of RAM required, this game runs efficiently on lower-end systems, making it a great choice for casual gamers or those using older PCs to experience its captivating campaigns.

Should you play Homeworld: Emergence? With an 80/100 rating, it is a worthy addition for fans of the genre or the series. If you enjoy strategic gameplay and immersive space narratives, this title offers a robust and enjoyable experience that remains relevant even decades after its original release.

Performance profile

Released in September 2000, Homeworld: Emergence predates modern GPU acceleration as we know it today. It runs effortlessly on virtually any current hardware, including integrated graphics and entry-level laptops — framerate is limited by the engine, not the GPU.

Extremely light — Homeworld: Emergence 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.