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Vector 36

Vector 36

60/100
1 ratings2017Easy to run

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1080p performance

Vector 36 estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps903 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps979 fps795 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps953 fps774 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps900 fps731 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps820 fps666 fps
RTX 4060999 fps926 fps741 fps602 fps
RTX 3060992 fps794 fps635 fps516 fps
GTX 1660 Super719 fps576 fps460 fps374 fps

1440p performance

Vector 36 estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps972 fps790 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps834 fps677 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps918 fps734 fps597 fps
RTX 3080999 fps893 fps714 fps580 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps843 fps675 fps548 fps
RTX 3070961 fps769 fps615 fps500 fps
RTX 4060868 fps695 fps556 fps451 fps
RTX 3060744 fps595 fps476 fps387 fps
GTX 1660 Super540 fps432 fps345 fps281 fps

4K performance

Vector 36 estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps889 fps722 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps826 fps671 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps926 fps741 fps602 fps
RTX 5080999 fps873 fps699 fps568 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps820 fps656 fps533 fps
RTX 4070 Ti810 fps648 fps519 fps421 fps
RTX 4070695 fps556 fps445 fps361 fps
RX 7800 XT612 fps490 fps392 fps318 fps
RTX 3080595 fps476 fps381 fps310 fps
RTX 4060 Ti562 fps450 fps360 fps292 fps
RTX 3070513 fps410 fps328 fps267 fps
RTX 4060463 fps370 fps296 fps241 fps
RTX 3060397 fps318 fps254 fps206 fps
GTX 1660 Super288 fps230 fps184 fps150 fps

Minimum Hardware

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1 GB Direct X 9

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i5 or equivelent

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4 GB

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About

Vector 36, released in 2017, is an indie racing simulation game that places a strong emphasis on customization and piloting skill. Set on the terraformed surface of Mars, players can engineer their skimmers to perfection, enabling them to conquer a variety of challenging courses. The game stands out for its blend of fast-paced action and intricate design, making each race a test of both reflexes and strategy.

In terms of PC performance, Vector 36 is relatively accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 800 to run effectively. With just 4 GB of RAM, players can expect decent FPS even on lower-end hardware. For optimal performance and to enjoy smoother graphics settings, a mid-range GPU would be recommended, which can elevate the gaming experience while ensuring competitive frame rates during races.

Despite its average rating of 60/100, Vector 36 offers a unique blend of genres that may appeal to fans of racing and simulation games. If you enjoy games that challenge your piloting skills and allow for creative customization, this title might be worth a try, especially with the low hardware demands it presents.

Performance profile

January 2017 release. Vector 36 was built around the GTX 10-series / RX Vega era. Current-gen mid-range cards (RTX 4060 / RX 7600) are overkill at 1080p and handle 1440p Ultra comfortably.

Simulation titles like Vector 36 are heavily CPU-dependent — physics, AI and world state dominate the frame budget. Prioritise a CPU with strong single-thread performance and fast RAM over raw GPU power.

Extremely light — Vector 36 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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