What GPU do I need to run Pixel Samurai?

The minimum GPU requirement for Pixel Samurai is 1GB Video RAM. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Pixel Samurai?

The minimum system requirements for Pixel Samurai are: CPU: 2.0 Ghz i5 or better, GPU: 1GB Video RAM, RAM: 4 GB.

Can I play Pixel Samurai at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Pixel Samurai 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.

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1080p performance

Pixel Samurai 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	999 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	986 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	959 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	906 fps
RTX 3070	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	826 fps
RTX 4060	999 fps	999 fps	918 fps	746 fps
RTX 3060	999 fps	984 fps	787 fps	639 fps
GTX 1660 Super	891 fps	713 fps	570 fps	464 fps

1440p performance

Pixel Samurai 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	999 fps	979 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	839 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	999 fps	910 fps	739 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	999 fps	885 fps	719 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	836 fps	679 fps
RTX 3070	999 fps	953 fps	762 fps	619 fps
RTX 4060	999 fps	861 fps	689 fps	559 fps
RTX 3060	922 fps	738 fps	590 fps	480 fps
GTX 1660 Super	669 fps	535 fps	428 fps	348 fps

4K performance

Pixel Samurai estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	895 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	831 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	999 fps	918 fps	746 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	999 fps	866 fps	703 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	999 fps	813 fps	661 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	803 fps	643 fps	522 fps
RTX 4070	861 fps	689 fps	551 fps	448 fps
RX 7800 XT	758 fps	607 fps	485 fps	394 fps
RTX 3080	738 fps	590 fps	472 fps	384 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	697 fps	557 fps	446 fps	362 fps
RTX 3070	635 fps	508 fps	407 fps	330 fps
RTX 4060	574 fps	459 fps	367 fps	298 fps
RTX 3060	492 fps	393 fps	315 fps	256 fps
GTX 1660 Super	357 fps	285 fps	228 fps	185 fps

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To enjoy Pixel Samurai, an entry-level GPU like the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT is sufficient for minimum settings. This means players can expect a smooth experience at 1080p with low settings, making it quite accessible for those on budget builds. The game is not very demanding, allowing users with older hardware to participate in its action-packed gameplay without major issues.

For optimal performance, a mid-range GPU such as the GTX 1660 or RX 580 will allow for higher settings and a solid 60 FPS at 1080p. Those with more powerful hardware, like the RTX 2060 or RX 6600 XT, can push the graphics further, potentially reaching 1440p resolutions with improved visual fidelity. Overall, this title is a great pick for casual gamers or those new to the genre, providing an engaging experience without requiring cutting-edge hardware.

Performance profile

Released in June 2022, Pixel Samurai targets RTX 20/30-series and RX 6000-era hardware. A current mid-range GPU (RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT) is the sweet spot for 1440p Ultra; 4K needs a high-end card.

Action titles like Pixel Samurai 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.

Extremely light — Pixel Samurai 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.

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