What GPU do I need to run The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles?

The minimum GPU requirement for The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles is AMD Radeon RX 5700. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles?

The minimum system requirements for The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles are: CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, GPU: AMD Radeon RX 5700, RAM: 16 GB.

Can I play The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles 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.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles

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1080p performance

The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles 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	951 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	854 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	999 fps	991 fps	805 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	999 fps	931 fps	756 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	919 fps	735 fps	598 fps
RTX 4070	985 fps	788 fps	630 fps	512 fps
RX 7800 XT	868 fps	694 fps	555 fps	451 fps
RTX 3080	844 fps	675 fps	540 fps	439 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	797 fps	638 fps	510 fps	415 fps
RTX 3070	727 fps	582 fps	465 fps	378 fps
RTX 4060	657 fps	525 fps	420 fps	341 fps
RTX 3060	563 fps	450 fps	360 fps	293 fps
GTX 1660 Super	408 fps	326 fps	261 fps	212 fps

1440p performance

The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	946 fps	768 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	878 fps	713 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	985 fps	788 fps	640 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	929 fps	743 fps	604 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	872 fps	698 fps	567 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	862 fps	689 fps	552 fps	448 fps
RTX 4070	739 fps	591 fps	473 fps	384 fps
RX 7800 XT	651 fps	521 fps	417 fps	338 fps
RTX 3080	633 fps	507 fps	405 fps	329 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	598 fps	478 fps	383 fps	311 fps
RTX 3070	545 fps	436 fps	349 fps	284 fps
RTX 4060	492 fps	394 fps	315 fps	256 fps
RTX 3060	422 fps	338 fps	270 fps	220 fps
GTX 1660 Super	306 fps	245 fps	196 fps	159 fps

4K performance

The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	788 fps	630 fps	504 fps	410 fps
RTX 4090	732 fps	585 fps	468 fps	380 fps
RX 7900 XTX	657 fps	525 fps	420 fps	341 fps
RTX 5080	619 fps	495 fps	396 fps	322 fps
RTX 4080 Super	582 fps	465 fps	372 fps	302 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	460 fps	368 fps	294 fps	239 fps
RTX 4070	394 fps	315 fps	252 fps	205 fps
RX 7800 XT	347 fps	278 fps	222 fps	180 fps
RTX 3080	338 fps	270 fps	216 fps	176 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	319 fps	255 fps	204 fps	166 fps
RTX 3070	291 fps	233 fps	186 fps	151 fps
RTX 4060	263 fps	210 fps	168 fps	137 fps
RTX 3060	225 fps	180 fps	144 fps	117 fps
GTX 1660 Super	163 fps	131 fps	104 fps	85 fps

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About

The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles, released in 2007, is a unique expansion that transports players into the whimsical and eerie world of Sheogorath. This action RPG builds on the foundation of Oblivion, introducing new landscapes divided between mania and dementia, alongside fresh quests and characters that add depth to the lore and gameplay experience. Its blend of quirky storytelling and exploration makes it a standout in the series.

In terms of PC performance, Shivering Isles is accessible with moderate hardware requirements. To achieve stable FPS while enjoying its vibrant graphics, players should aim for a minimum GPU score of around 1,599, which places it within the entry-level tier. A CPU score of approximately 13,869 and at least 16 GB of RAM are recommended to enhance performance, allowing users to adjust graphics settings for a smoother experience without significant demands on contemporary systems.

With a solid rating of 83/100, The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles is definitely worth playing, especially for fans of immersive RPGs. Its engaging gameplay and unique settings offer a captivating experience, making it a must-try for those who appreciate rich narratives and expansive worlds in gaming.

Performance profile

March 2007 release. The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles 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 — The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles 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.