What GPU do I need to run Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X?

The minimum GPU requirement for Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X is Nvidia GeForce FX 5900. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X?

The minimum system requirements for Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X are: CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz, GPU: Nvidia GeForce FX 5900, RAM: 1 GB.

Can I play Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X 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.

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X

74/100

56 ratings2009Easy to run

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1080p performance

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X 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	897 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	999 fps	973 fps	790 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	999 fps	946 fps	769 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	894 fps	726 fps
RTX 3070	999 fps	999 fps	815 fps	662 fps
RTX 4060	999 fps	920 fps	736 fps	598 fps
RTX 3060	986 fps	789 fps	631 fps	513 fps
GTX 1660 Super	715 fps	572 fps	457 fps	372 fps

1440p performance

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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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	993 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	966 fps	785 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	828 fps	673 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	912 fps	729 fps	593 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	887 fps	710 fps	577 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	838 fps	670 fps	545 fps
RTX 3070	955 fps	764 fps	611 fps	497 fps
RTX 4060	863 fps	690 fps	552 fps	449 fps
RTX 3060	739 fps	591 fps	473 fps	384 fps
GTX 1660 Super	536 fps	429 fps	343 fps	279 fps

4K performance

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	883 fps	718 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	820 fps	666 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	920 fps	736 fps	598 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	867 fps	694 fps	564 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	815 fps	652 fps	530 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	805 fps	644 fps	515 fps	419 fps
RTX 4070	690 fps	552 fps	442 fps	359 fps
RX 7800 XT	608 fps	486 fps	389 fps	316 fps
RTX 3080	591 fps	473 fps	379 fps	308 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	559 fps	447 fps	358 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	229 fps	183 fps	149 fps

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About

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X, released in 2009, is a combat flight simulator that brings players into intense air battles with cutting-edge technology and devastating firepower. As part of the esteemed Tom Clancy franchise, the game revolutionizes aerial warfare with its advanced graphics and gameplay mechanics, allowing players to soar through the skies and engage in thrilling dogfights. With its focus on high-speed action and tactical combat, H.A.W.X offers a unique perspective on aerial engagement that captivates both casual and seasoned gamers.

In terms of PC performance, H.A.W.X is relatively accessible for gamers with entry-level hardware. The minimum GPU requirement is a graphics card with a score around 33, making it possible to achieve playable FPS even on lower-end systems. For a smoother experience, a mid-range GPU is recommended, allowing users to crank up the graphics settings for enhanced detail and performance, which can significantly improve the overall gameplay experience.

Given its rating of 74/100, Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X is worth playing for fans of the genre and those who appreciate fast-paced aerial combat. The game's mix of action and strategy creates an engaging challenge, making it a solid addition to any PC gamer's library, particularly for those looking to explore the skies.

Performance profile

March 2009 release. Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X 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 — Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X 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

The setting is 2012. As the era of the nation-state draws quickly to a close, the rules of warfare evolve even more rapidly. More and more nations become increasingly dependent on Private Military Companies (PMCs) elite mercenaries with a lax view of the law. The Reykjavik Accords further legitimize their existence by authorizing their right to serve in every aspect of military operations. There goes the neighborhood...