The Guardians
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The Guardians FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 421 fps | 337 fps | 270 fps | 219 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 391 fps | 313 fps | 250 fps | 203 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 351 fps | 281 fps | 225 fps | 183 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 331 fps | 265 fps | 212 fps | 172 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 311 fps | 249 fps | 199 fps | 162 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 246 fps | 197 fps | 157 fps | 128 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 211 fps | 168 fps | 135 fps | 110 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 186 fps | 148 fps | 119 fps | 96 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 181 fps | 144 fps | 116 fps | 94 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 171 fps | 136 fps | 109 fps | 89 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 155 fps | 124 fps | 99 fps | 81 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 140 fps | 112 fps | 90 fps | 73 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 120 fps | 96 fps | 77 fps | 63 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 87 fps | 70 fps | 56 fps | 45 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 316 fps | 253 fps | 202 fps | 164 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 293 fps | 235 fps | 188 fps | 153 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 263 fps | 211 fps | 168 fps | 137 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 248 fps | 199 fps | 159 fps | 129 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 233 fps | 187 fps | 149 fps | 121 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 184 fps | 147 fps | 118 fps | 96 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 158 fps | 126 fps | 101 fps | 82 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 139 fps | 111 fps | 89 fps | 72 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 135 fps | 108 fps | 87 fps | 70 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 128 fps | 102 fps | 82 fps | 66 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 117 fps | 93 fps | 75 fps | 61 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 105 fps | 84 fps | 67 fps | 55 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 90 fps | 72 fps | 58 fps | 47 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 65 fps | 52 fps | 42 fps | 34 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 168 fps | 135 fps | 108 fps | 88 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 156 fps | 125 fps | 100 fps | 81 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 140 fps | 112 fps | 90 fps | 73 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 132 fps | 106 fps | 85 fps | 69 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 124 fps | 99 fps | 80 fps | 65 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 98 fps | 79 fps | 63 fps | 51 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 84 fps | 67 fps | 54 fps | 44 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 74 fps | 59 fps | 47 fps | 39 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 72 fps | 58 fps | 46 fps | 38 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 68 fps | 55 fps | 44 fps | 35 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 62 fps | 50 fps | 40 fps | 32 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 56 fps | 45 fps | 36 fps | 29 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 48 fps | 39 fps | 31 fps | 25 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 35 fps | 28 fps | 22 fps | 18 fps |
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To enjoy The Guardians without issues, you'll want at least an entry-level GPU like the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT. This setup will allow you to play at 1080p with medium settings, providing a smooth experience as you navigate its decision-based gameplay and diverse mechanics. If you're aiming for higher fidelity, such as 1440p or ultra settings, consider a mid-range GPU like the RTX 3060 or RX 6600 XT, which should handle the game's demands more comfortably.
The game is designed to be accessible, with its minimum requirements ensuring that a wide range of gamers can participate. For those with higher-end systems, targeting 1440p at high settings will deliver a visually appealing experience while maintaining good frame rates. Overall, it's a solid choice for action and RPG fans, particularly if you have a budget-friendly setup. Upgrading your GPU can enhance your experience significantly, but the game remains playable on lower-end hardware.
Performance profile
RPGs like The Guardians 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.
Mid-range territory. An RTX 3060 or RX 6700 XT delivers 60 FPS at 1080p High in The Guardians. For 1440p Ultra you'll want an RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT; 4K Ultra needs an RTX 4070 Ti or faster.
