What GPU do I need to run Northgard?

The minimum GPU requirement for Northgard is NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Northgard?

The minimum system requirements for Northgard are: CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz, GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450, RAM: 1 GB.

Can I play Northgard at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Northgard 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.

Northgard

72/100

109 ratings2018Easy to run

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Estimated FPS across quality settings and resolutions

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Northgard FPS by GPU

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1080p performance

Northgard 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	949 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	895 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	841 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	818 fps	664 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	876 fps	701 fps	570 fps
RX 7800 XT	965 fps	772 fps	618 fps	502 fps
RTX 3080	939 fps	751 fps	601 fps	488 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	887 fps	709 fps	567 fps	461 fps
RTX 3070	808 fps	647 fps	517 fps	420 fps
RTX 4060	730 fps	584 fps	467 fps	380 fps
RTX 3060	626 fps	501 fps	401 fps	325 fps
GTX 1660 Super	454 fps	363 fps	290 fps	236 fps

1440p performance

Northgard estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	854 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	976 fps	793 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	999 fps	876 fps	712 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	999 fps	826 fps	671 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	970 fps	776 fps	631 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	958 fps	767 fps	613 fps	498 fps
RTX 4070	821 fps	657 fps	526 fps	427 fps
RX 7800 XT	724 fps	579 fps	463 fps	376 fps
RTX 3080	704 fps	563 fps	451 fps	366 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	665 fps	532 fps	426 fps	346 fps
RTX 3070	606 fps	485 fps	388 fps	315 fps
RTX 4060	548 fps	438 fps	350 fps	285 fps
RTX 3060	469 fps	376 fps	300 fps	244 fps
GTX 1660 Super	340 fps	272 fps	218 fps	177 fps

4K performance

Northgard estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	876 fps	701 fps	561 fps	456 fps
RTX 4090	814 fps	651 fps	521 fps	423 fps
RX 7900 XTX	730 fps	584 fps	467 fps	380 fps
RTX 5080	688 fps	551 fps	441 fps	358 fps
RTX 4080 Super	647 fps	517 fps	414 fps	336 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	511 fps	409 fps	327 fps	266 fps
RTX 4070	438 fps	350 fps	280 fps	228 fps
RX 7800 XT	386 fps	309 fps	247 fps	201 fps
RTX 3080	376 fps	300 fps	240 fps	195 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	355 fps	284 fps	227 fps	184 fps
RTX 3070	323 fps	259 fps	207 fps	168 fps
RTX 4060	292 fps	234 fps	187 fps	152 fps
RTX 3060	250 fps	200 fps	160 fps	130 fps
GTX 1660 Super	182 fps	145 fps	116 fps	94 fps

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About

Northgard is a real-time strategy game released in 2018 that immerses players in a Norse mythology-inspired setting. You take control of a Viking clan and work to establish a settlement on a newly discovered continent, managing resources, exploring the land, and battling fierce foes. The game's notable blend of strategy and survival elements offers a compelling experience as you adapt to harsh winters while expanding your territory.

In terms of PC performance, Northgard is relatively accessible, making it a great choice for gamers with entry-level hardware. To achieve solid FPS at moderate graphics settings, a minimum score of around 1344 is recommended for the GPU, allowing players with basic setups to enjoy smooth gameplay. While higher-end GPUs can enhance graphics fidelity, even lower-tier components can deliver an engaging experience without significant strain.

With a score of 72/100, Northgard caters particularly well to fans of the strategy genre. If you enjoy thoughtful gameplay that combines resource management and combat in a visually appealing setting, this game is definitely worth your time. Whether you're a casual player or a seasoned strategist, Northgard offers a unique blend of challenges and rewards.

Performance profile

March 2018 release. Northgard was built around the GTX 10-series / RX Vega era. Current-gen mid-range cards (RTX 4060 / RX 7600) are overkill at 1080p and handle 1440p Ultra comfortably.

Extremely light — Northgard 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

After years of tireless explorations, brave Vikings have discovered a new land filled with mystery, danger and riches: Northgard. The boldest Northmen have set sail to explore and conquer these new shores, bring fame to their Clan and write history through conquest, trading, or devotion to the Gods. That is, if they can survive the dire wolves and undead warriors roaming the land, befriend or defeat the giants, and survive the harshest winters ever witnessed in the North.