

Star Nomad
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Star Nomad 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 970 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 831 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 927 fps | 742 fps | 603 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 961 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 935 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 883 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 991 fps | 805 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 895 fps | 727 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 959 fps | 767 fps | 623 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 869 fps | 695 fps | 556 fps | 452 fps |
4K 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 | 970 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 914 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 859 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 836 fps | 679 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 895 fps | 716 fps | 582 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 986 fps | 789 fps | 631 fps | 513 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 959 fps | 767 fps | 614 fps | 499 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 906 fps | 725 fps | 580 fps | 471 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 826 fps | 661 fps | 529 fps | 429 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 746 fps | 597 fps | 477 fps | 388 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 639 fps | 512 fps | 409 fps | 333 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 464 fps | 371 fps | 297 fps | 241 fps |

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Star Nomad, released in 2014, is an indie RPG that combines elements of strategy and sandbox gameplay, drawing inspiration from classic space simulation games. Players can explore a vast galaxy, trade goods, engage in combat, and plunder resources, creating a rich, immersive experience that appeals to fans of open-world adventure games. Its blend of strategic decision-making and exploration makes it a notable addition to the indie gaming landscape.
When it comes to PC performance, Star Nomad is quite accessible, making it suitable for a wide range of hardware configurations. With a minimum GPU requirement of an entry-level graphics card scoring around 96, even budget systems can achieve smooth gameplay and satisfactory FPS benchmarks. Players with 2 GB of RAM can comfortably run the game with modest graphics settings, allowing for enjoyable performance without the need for high-end components.
If you're drawn to indie RPGs and enjoy strategy elements, Star Nomad may be worth your time, despite its modest rating of 50/100. Its nostalgic charm and sandbox nature can provide an engaging experience for players looking for something different in the gaming space.
Performance profile
Released in December 2014, Star Nomad 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.
As a strategy title, Star Nomad is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.
Extremely light — Star Nomad 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.





