The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
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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 | 896 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 972 fps | 789 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 945 fps | 768 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 893 fps | 725 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 814 fps | 661 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 919 fps | 735 fps | 597 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 985 fps | 788 fps | 630 fps | 512 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 714 fps | 571 fps | 457 fps | 371 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 | 992 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 965 fps | 784 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 827 fps | 672 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 911 fps | 729 fps | 592 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 886 fps | 709 fps | 576 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 837 fps | 670 fps | 544 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 954 fps | 763 fps | 611 fps | 496 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 862 fps | 689 fps | 551 fps | 448 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 739 fps | 591 fps | 473 fps | 384 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 535 fps | 428 fps | 343 fps | 278 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 882 fps | 717 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 819 fps | 666 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 919 fps | 735 fps | 597 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 867 fps | 693 fps | 563 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 814 fps | 651 fps | 529 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 804 fps | 643 fps | 515 fps | 418 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 689 fps | 551 fps | 441 fps | 358 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 607 fps | 486 fps | 389 fps | 316 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 591 fps | 473 fps | 378 fps | 307 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 558 fps | 446 fps | 357 fps | 290 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 509 fps | 407 fps | 326 fps | 265 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 460 fps | 368 fps | 294 fps | 239 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 394 fps | 315 fps | 252 fps | 205 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 286 fps | 228 fps | 183 fps | 148 fps |
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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, released in 2006, is a beloved adventure role-playing game that immerses players in the richly detailed world of Cyrodiil. Following the assassination of Emperor Uriel Septim VII, players embark on a quest to find his lost son while unraveling a conspiracy threatening the Empire. With its expansive open world, diverse quests, and notable character customization, Oblivion remains a significant entry in the Elder Scrolls series.
In terms of PC performance, Oblivion is accessible even for entry-level systems, but potential players should aim for at least a basic GPU with a minimum benchmark score of around 36. For optimal FPS, consider using a mid-range GPU that can handle the game's graphics settings effectively, ensuring a smooth experience during exploration and combat. With its relatively low RAM requirements of 1 GB, many modern systems can easily run this classic RPG.
Given its solid rating of 85/100 and engrossing gameplay, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is definitely worth playing for fans of the adventure and RPG genres. Its engaging story and expansive world offer countless hours of exploration and enjoyment, making it a must-try for both newcomers and veterans of the series.
Performance profile
Released in March 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion comes from the DirectX 9 era. Even the cheapest modern discrete GPU crushes it at maxed-out settings; the only real bottleneck today is CPU single-thread speed on older titles that were never multi-threaded.
RPGs like The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion stress VRAM during long sessions — texture streaming, mods and open-world traversal inflate memory use over time. 8 GB VRAM is a practical floor; 12 GB+ is worth the headroom at 1440p and above.
Extremely light — The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion 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 the mysterious and untimely death of the Emperor, desperate factions vie for control of Tamriel's throne. With the empire ready to crumble, the gates of Oblivion open and demons march upon the land, laying waste to everything in their path. To turn the tide of darkness the player must find the lost heir to the throne and unravel the sinister plot that threatens to destroy all of Tamriel.
