Need for Speed: Rivals
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Need for Speed: Rivals 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 | 937 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 826 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 989 fps | 803 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 934 fps | 759 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 851 fps | 692 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 961 fps | 769 fps | 625 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 824 fps | 659 fps | 535 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 747 fps | 597 fps | 478 fps | 388 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 | 820 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 865 fps | 703 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 953 fps | 762 fps | 619 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 927 fps | 741 fps | 602 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 875 fps | 700 fps | 569 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 998 fps | 798 fps | 638 fps | 519 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 901 fps | 721 fps | 577 fps | 469 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 772 fps | 618 fps | 494 fps | 402 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 560 fps | 448 fps | 358 fps | 291 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 923 fps | 750 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 857 fps | 696 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 961 fps | 769 fps | 625 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 906 fps | 725 fps | 589 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 851 fps | 681 fps | 553 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 841 fps | 673 fps | 538 fps | 437 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 721 fps | 577 fps | 461 fps | 375 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 635 fps | 508 fps | 406 fps | 330 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 618 fps | 494 fps | 395 fps | 321 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 584 fps | 467 fps | 373 fps | 303 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 532 fps | 426 fps | 341 fps | 277 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 481 fps | 384 fps | 308 fps | 250 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 412 fps | 330 fps | 264 fps | 214 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 299 fps | 239 fps | 191 fps | 155 fps |
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About
Need for Speed: Rivals, released in 2013, is an exhilarating racing adventure game that allows players to take on the roles of both cops and lawbreakers. As the first title developed by Ghost Games, it builds on the high-octane legacy established by Criterion Games, offering a blend of stunning visuals and intense gameplay that keeps players immersed in the adrenaline-fueled world of illegal racing. With a focus on both open-world exploration and thrilling police chases, this entry in the Need for Speed franchise stands out for its dynamic multiplayer features and engaging storylines.
When it comes to performance on PC, Need for Speed: Rivals is relatively accessible with its minimum GPU requirement being an entry-level graphics card that scores around 552. To ensure smooth gameplay at reasonable FPS, players should aim for a more capable GPU from the mid-range tier, making cards like the NVIDIA GTX 750 or AMD Radeon R7 260X ideal options. Additionally, the game requires a CPU score of around 855 and at least 4 GB of RAM, which keeps the game running efficiently at various graphics settings.
Considering its 68/100 rating, Need for Speed: Rivals offers a decent experience for fans of the racing genre. While it may not be the top-rated title in the series, its engaging dual perspective and open-world design make it worth a play for those seeking a thrilling racing experience.
Performance profile
Released in November 2013, Need for Speed: Rivals 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.
Racing games like Need for Speed: Rivals are latency-critical — input-to-screen responsiveness is everything. Target a locked 60 FPS minimum (ideally 120 FPS on a high-refresh display) with VSync off or G-Sync/FreeSync active.
Extremely light — Need for Speed: Rivals 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.
