What GPU do I need to run The Killer?

The minimum GPU requirement for The Killer is Graphics card that supports DirectX11 and with at least 1 GB of VRam;. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for The Killer?

The minimum system requirements for The Killer are: CPU: CPU with 2 cores of 2,4 Ghz;, GPU: Graphics card that supports DirectX11 and with at least 1 GB of VRam;, RAM: 4 GB.

Can I play The Killer at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in The Killer 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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The Killer FPS by GPU

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1080p performance

The Killer 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

The Killer 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

The Killer 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 experience The Killer smoothly, an entry-level GPU like the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT is recommended for minimum requirements. This game isn’t particularly demanding, making it accessible for a wide range of hardware. For those using these entry-level GPUs, targeting 1080p resolution at medium settings will likely provide a solid balance between visual quality and performance.

For gamers looking to enhance their experience, a mid-range GPU such as the GTX 1660 or RX 6600 will allow for higher settings and potentially 1440p resolution without significant frame drops. This upgrade will improve graphical fidelity and overall immersion in the eerie environments of Oak City. Overall, if you have a modern entry-level or mid-range GPU, you should be well-equipped to enjoy the adventure without any major issues.

Performance profile

August 2024 release. As a current-generation title, The Killer pushes modern hardware — expect to need an RTX 40-series or RX 7000-series GPU to enjoy it at native 4K Ultra without leaning on upscaling.

As a strategy title, The Killer 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 — The Killer 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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