Killer Instinct
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Killer Instinct FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 772 fps | 618 fps | 494 fps | 402 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 717 fps | 574 fps | 459 fps | 373 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 644 fps | 515 fps | 412 fps | 335 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 607 fps | 486 fps | 388 fps | 316 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 570 fps | 456 fps | 365 fps | 296 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 451 fps | 360 fps | 288 fps | 234 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 386 fps | 309 fps | 247 fps | 201 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 340 fps | 272 fps | 218 fps | 177 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 331 fps | 265 fps | 212 fps | 172 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 313 fps | 250 fps | 200 fps | 163 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 285 fps | 228 fps | 182 fps | 148 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 257 fps | 206 fps | 165 fps | 134 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 221 fps | 177 fps | 141 fps | 115 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 160 fps | 128 fps | 102 fps | 83 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 579 fps | 463 fps | 371 fps | 301 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 538 fps | 430 fps | 344 fps | 280 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 483 fps | 386 fps | 309 fps | 251 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 455 fps | 364 fps | 291 fps | 237 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 428 fps | 342 fps | 274 fps | 222 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 338 fps | 270 fps | 216 fps | 176 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 290 fps | 232 fps | 185 fps | 151 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 255 fps | 204 fps | 163 fps | 133 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 248 fps | 199 fps | 159 fps | 129 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 234 fps | 188 fps | 150 fps | 122 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 214 fps | 171 fps | 137 fps | 111 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 193 fps | 154 fps | 124 fps | 100 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 166 fps | 132 fps | 106 fps | 86 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 120 fps | 96 fps | 77 fps | 62 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 309 fps | 247 fps | 198 fps | 161 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 287 fps | 230 fps | 184 fps | 149 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 257 fps | 206 fps | 165 fps | 134 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 243 fps | 194 fps | 155 fps | 126 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 228 fps | 182 fps | 146 fps | 119 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 180 fps | 144 fps | 115 fps | 94 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 154 fps | 124 fps | 99 fps | 80 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 136 fps | 109 fps | 87 fps | 71 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 132 fps | 106 fps | 85 fps | 69 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 125 fps | 100 fps | 80 fps | 65 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 114 fps | 91 fps | 73 fps | 59 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 103 fps | 82 fps | 66 fps | 54 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 88 fps | 71 fps | 56 fps | 46 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 64 fps | 51 fps | 41 fps | 33 fps |
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About
Killer Instinct (1994) is a classic fighting game developed by Rare that defined the arcade fighting scene in the mid-90s. Known for its fast-paced combat, distinctive visual style, and the iconic "Ultra Combo" mechanic, the game stands out as a landmark title in the genre. The arcade original was later ported to SNES and Game Boy, bringing the tournament-based fighting action to home consoles.
On PC, Killer Instinct is remarkably accessible and runs smoothly on modest hardware. You'll want at least an entry-level GPU with a benchmark score around 1948 and a CPU score of approximately 2662 to handle the game comfortably at solid FPS. With just 4 GB of RAM required, even older systems can run this title without performance issues, making it an excellent option for benchmark testing on budget gaming PCs.
With a rating of 74/100, Killer Instinct delivers engaging fighting game mechanics that appeal to both genre veterans and newcomers. If you enjoy competitive fighters with tight controls and memorable gameplay, this classic is absolutely worth experiencing.
Performance profile
Released in October 1994, Killer Instinct 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.
Action titles like Killer Instinct 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.
Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Killer Instinct; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.
Storyline
Ultratech is a very powerful megacorporation which organises a tournament called Killer Instinct. Along with regular participants, experimental creatures created by Ultratech also fight in the tournament so their strength can be tested. Ultratech also discovers a technology to make bridges between dimensions, and releases a two-headed, one-eyed, satyr monster called Eyedol from this dimensional prison.
