Can I Run Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080?
Check if this GPU meets the system requirements for Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire. Get FPS estimates and optimization tips.
Can NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 run Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire? This report projects 1080p Medium FPS from the GPU score, then compares NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 with the publisher minimum (DirectX 11 Compatible) and recommended (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960) graphics.
At 1080p Medium we estimate about 76 FPS average and 52 FPS 1% lows. NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 sits above the publisher recommended GPU (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960). This is a GPU-led projection with a typical mid-range CPU and 16 GB of RAM, not a live capture from your PC.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080
Estimated average FPS · 1080p Medium
76
FPS
This GPU should run the game well at 1080p Medium.
Avg FPS
76
1% Low
52
GPU load
92%
Stutter risk
Low
GeForce GTX 1080 · 16 GB · 1080p · Medium · Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
FPS by resolution (Medium)
All settings presets 1080p
| Preset | Avg FPS | 1% low | GPU % | Stutter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | 110 | 76 | 92% | Low |
| Medium | 76 | 52 | 92% | Low |
| High | 52 | 36 | 99% | Low |
| Ultra | 36 | 25 | 99% | Low |
GPU vs publisher requirements
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 exceeds the publisher recommended GPU for this title, so High or Ultra at 1080p is a realistic target.
Minimum GPU
DirectX 11 Compatible
Recommended GPU
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960
Min CPU: Intel Core i3-2100T @ 2.50 GHz / AMD Phenom II X3 B73
Min RAM: 4 GB RAM
Min storage: 45 GB available space
Bottleneck & smoothness
CPU · Moderate
Your GPU is ahead of your CPU. CPU-bound scenes (simulation, streaming, open worlds) may limit frame rates.
Playability
Good
Smoothness
PLAYABLE
Avg frame time
13.21 ms
Suggested target
60 FPS
What to expect
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 should feel smooth at 1080p Medium, with 1% lows near 52 FPS. 1440p Medium is around 44 FPS, and 4K Medium around 27 FPS.
We score NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (70) against this title’s demand, then estimate average FPS, 1% lows, GPU load, and stutter risk. Real FPS still moves with drivers, patches, and scene complexity — treat this as a planning report, not a lab benchmark.
Settings optimizer
Aim for ~60 FPS: High at 1080p is a strong balance.
Upgrade path
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 is a workable GPU for Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire at 1080p. Spend upgrades on VRAM or a newer generation only if you want 1440p/4K or Ultra presets.
Personal PC check
This page is game plus GPU only. Add your CPU and RAM on the full check for a private, noindex result.
FAQ
Can I run Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080?
This GPU should run the game well at 1080p Medium. NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 sits above the publisher recommended GPU (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960). This public estimate is game plus GPU only. A weaker CPU or 8 GB of RAM can drop FPS further.
What settings should I use on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080?
Aim for ~60 FPS: High at 1080p is a strong balance.
Will NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 hit 60 FPS in Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire?
Yes at 1080p Medium in this model (~76 FPS). Watch 1% lows (52) if you want competitive smoothness.
Does this page include my CPU and RAM?
No. This URL is game plus GPU so it can be indexed. For a personal CPU/RAM result use the full PC check — that page stays noindex.
How accurate is this Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire GPU estimate?
We score NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (70) against this title’s demand, then estimate average FPS, 1% lows, GPU load, and stutter risk. Real FPS still moves with drivers, patches, and scene complexity — treat this as a planning report, not a lab benchmark.