What GPU do I need to run Painkiller: Overdose?

The minimum GPU requirement for Painkiller: Overdose is Nvidia GeForce FX 5600. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Painkiller: Overdose?

The minimum system requirements for Painkiller: Overdose are: CPU: Intel Pentium 4 1.5 GHz, GPU: Nvidia GeForce FX 5600, RAM: 1 GB.

Can I play Painkiller: Overdose at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Painkiller: Overdose 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.

Painkiller: Overdose

68/100

27 ratings2007Easy to run

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1080p performance

Painkiller: Overdose 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	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	905 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	999 fps	981 fps	797 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	999 fps	955 fps	776 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	902 fps	733 fps
RTX 3070	999 fps	999 fps	822 fps	668 fps
RTX 4060	999 fps	928 fps	743 fps	603 fps
RTX 3060	994 fps	796 fps	636 fps	517 fps
GTX 1660 Super	721 fps	577 fps	461 fps	375 fps

1440p performance

Painkiller: Overdose 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	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	975 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	617 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	433 fps	346 fps	281 fps

4K performance

Painkiller: Overdose estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	891 fps	724 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	827 fps	672 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	928 fps	743 fps	603 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	875 fps	700 fps	569 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	822 fps	658 fps	534 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	812 fps	650 fps	520 fps	422 fps
RTX 4070	696 fps	557 fps	446 fps	362 fps
RX 7800 XT	613 fps	491 fps	392 fps	319 fps
RTX 3080	597 fps	477 fps	382 fps	310 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	564 fps	451 fps	361 fps	293 fps
RTX 3070	514 fps	411 fps	329 fps	267 fps
RTX 4060	464 fps	371 fps	297 fps	241 fps
RTX 3060	398 fps	318 fps	255 fps	207 fps
GTX 1660 Super	288 fps	231 fps	185 fps	150 fps

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About

Painkiller: Overdose, released in 2007, is a first-person shooter that continues the franchise’s legacy of fast-paced, relentless action. In this standalone expansion to the Painkiller series, players embark on a chaotic journey with Belial, a character seeking vengeance against demonic foes after the fall of Lucifer. The game is notable for its intense gameplay mechanics, variety of weapons, and uniquely brutal enemy encounters that cater to fans of the genre.

In terms of PC performance, Painkiller: Overdose is quite accessible, making it a suitable choice for systems with entry-level hardware. The minimum GPU requirement is relatively low, with a score of around 13, ensuring that budget-friendly setups can run the game smoothly. Many players can achieve satisfactory FPS even on older configurations, with 1 GB of RAM being sufficient to support the graphics settings, providing a decent benchmark for those interested in optimizing their experience.

If you enjoy frenetic shooters with a blend of supernatural themes, Painkiller: Overdose could be a worthwhile addition to your library, especially given its solid rating of 68/100. Although it may not be a groundbreaking title, its engaging gameplay and memorable mechanics make it a satisfying choice for fans of classic first-person shooters.

Performance profile

October 2007 release. Painkiller: Overdose 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.

Extremely light — Painkiller: Overdose 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.