Monster Trucks Nitro
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Monster Trucks Nitro FPS by GPU
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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 | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 900 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 875 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 827 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 928 fps | 754 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 838 fps | 681 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 898 fps | 718 fps | 584 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 814 fps | 651 fps | 521 fps | 423 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 | 894 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 943 fps | 766 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 830 fps | 675 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 808 fps | 656 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 954 fps | 763 fps | 620 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 870 fps | 696 fps | 565 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 982 fps | 786 fps | 628 fps | 511 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 842 fps | 673 fps | 539 fps | 438 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 610 fps | 488 fps | 391 fps | 317 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 817 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 934 fps | 759 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 838 fps | 681 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 988 fps | 790 fps | 642 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 928 fps | 742 fps | 603 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 916 fps | 733 fps | 587 fps | 477 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 786 fps | 628 fps | 503 fps | 408 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 692 fps | 554 fps | 443 fps | 360 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 673 fps | 539 fps | 431 fps | 350 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 636 fps | 509 fps | 407 fps | 331 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 580 fps | 464 fps | 371 fps | 301 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 524 fps | 419 fps | 335 fps | 272 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 449 fps | 359 fps | 287 fps | 233 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 325 fps | 260 fps | 208 fps | 169 fps |
Where to buy
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Minimum Hardware
Nvidia GeForce FX 5600, ATI 9500, Intel GMA 950 or higher
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About
Monster Trucks Nitro, released in 2009, is an indie racing simulator that invites players to race, jump, and use nitro boosts to navigate dynamic levels filled with thrilling challenges. With a unique blend of sport and arcade racing experiences, players can earn medals while unlocking new levels and vehicles, making it a notable entry in the casual gaming scene.
In terms of PC performance, Monster Trucks Nitro is quite accessible, with a minimum requirement of an entry-level GPU scoring around 13 and a CPU score of at least 191. Players can expect smooth gameplay at reasonable graphics settings, yielding satisfactory FPS even on modest hardware. Those with low to mid-range GPUs will find that the game runs well, making it suitable for a wider audience without the need for high-end gaming rigs.
Should you play it? With a rating of 50/100, Monster Trucks Nitro may not be for everyone, but if you enjoy casual racing games that offer a lighthearted approach to competition and fun gameplay mechanics, it could be worth a try. The game provides an entertaining distraction for fans of the genre, especially those looking for something less demanding on their PC.
Performance profile
January 2009 release. Monster Trucks Nitro targets mid-2000s-to-early-2010s hardware — any modern entry-level GPU (GTX 1650 tier or newer integrated graphics) handles it at 1080p Ultra without breaking a sweat.
Simulation titles like Monster Trucks Nitro are heavily CPU-dependent — physics, AI and world state dominate the frame budget. Prioritise a CPU with strong single-thread performance and fast RAM over raw GPU power.
Extremely light — Monster Trucks Nitro 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.
