Upgrade It
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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 | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 924 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 835 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 881 fps | 716 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 998 fps | 798 fps | 639 fps | 519 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 939 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 827 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 991 fps | 805 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 936 fps | 760 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 853 fps | 693 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 963 fps | 771 fps | 626 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 826 fps | 661 fps | 537 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 748 fps | 599 fps | 479 fps | 389 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 930 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 835 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 969 fps | 787 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 910 fps | 739 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 899 fps | 719 fps | 584 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 963 fps | 771 fps | 617 fps | 501 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 849 fps | 679 fps | 543 fps | 441 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 826 fps | 661 fps | 528 fps | 429 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 780 fps | 624 fps | 499 fps | 406 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 711 fps | 569 fps | 455 fps | 370 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 642 fps | 514 fps | 411 fps | 334 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 550 fps | 440 fps | 352 fps | 286 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 399 fps | 319 fps | 255 fps | 208 fps |
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For optimal performance, an entry-level GPU such as the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT is sufficient to run the game smoothly. Given its indie and simulation nature, the game is designed to be accessible, making it easy to enjoy even on modest hardware. Players with these GPUs can expect to play at 1080p with medium settings, ensuring a smooth frame rate and responsive gameplay.
For those with more powerful graphics cards, such as mid-range options like the RTX 3060 or RX 6600, targeting 1440p with higher settings is feasible. The game’s idle mechanics reduce the overall graphical demand, so even higher resolutions won't significantly impact performance. Overall, the title is well-optimized for a wide range of systems, making it an attractive option for casual gamers and strategy enthusiasts alike.
Performance profile
November 2025 release. As a current-generation title, Upgrade It 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, Upgrade It 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 — Upgrade It 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.
