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Can I Run Destiny 2 on RTX 3090?
Destiny 2 FPS Benchmark and Performance Analysis
Based on our model, NVIDIA RTX 3090 is capable of running Destiny 2. Expect around 127 FPS at 1080p high, with strong high-refresh potential. NVIDIA RTX 3090 sits in the enthusiast tier — here's how that translates to real frame rates in Destiny 2 at 1080p and 1440p.
Destiny 2 FPS Benchmarks on RTX 3090
| Resolution | Settings Preset | Avg FPS | 1% Low FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | Competitive (Low) | 159 FPS | 106 FPS | Very Good |
| 1080p | High | 127 FPS | 84 FPS | Very Good |
| 1440p | High | 94 FPS | 60 FPS | Good |
| 1440p | Ultra | 71 FPS | 45 FPS | Playable |
| 4K | High | 58 FPS | 35 FPS | Playable |
Benchmarks are estimated by our performance engine. Actual results may vary.
Best Settings for Destiny 2 on RTX 3090
- Display Mode
- Fullscreen
- Resolution
- 1920×1080
- V-Sync
- Disabled
- Texture Quality
- High
- Shadow Quality
- High
- Anti-Aliasing
- TAA
- Effects Quality
- High
- Post-Processing
- Medium
- Ambient Occlusion
- Enabled
Performance Analysis
At 1080p high, our model places NVIDIA RTX 3090 near 127 FPS in Destiny 2. At 1440p, that typically translates to around 94 FPS with similar quality targets. This places the card in the enthusiast tier for this title, with a high refresh experience profile. NVIDIA RTX 3090 delivers high-refresh class performance in Destiny 2, especially with a competitive or high preset.
Destiny 2 is a free-to-play online FPS with well-optimized performance across a wide range of hardware. Minimum specs start low with a GTX 660, making it accessible. For smooth gameplay at 1080p 60 FPS on High, a GTX 1060 6GB or R9 390 is sufficient.
NVIDIA RTX 3090 supports DLSS 3 with Frame Generation in compatible titles. In games like Destiny 2 that support it, Frame Generation can push perceived frame rates well beyond the base estimate above — particularly useful at 1440p where the GPU is more heavily loaded.
- Lower shadows and volumetrics one step before reducing texture quality.
- Ray tracing can be enabled with quality upscaling for a good visual/performance balance.
- 1080p: High/Ultra settings with low-latency mode enabled
- 1440p: High settings, use Quality upscaling only if needed
In short, NVIDIA RTX 3090 is a high refresh option for Destiny 2 when tuned correctly.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why does Destiny 2 need so much storage space?
- Destiny 2 has expanded significantly since launch, with multiple expansion packs adding new planets, missions, and assets. The full installation can exceed 100GB. While older content is periodically vaulted, the active game still demands substantial storage. An SSD is not officially required but is strongly recommended — HDD installs suffer long load times during zone transitions and activity loading screens.
- Does Destiny 2 support high frame rates for competitive play?
- Yes, Destiny 2 is well-optimized for high frame rates and uncaps FPS entirely. A GTX 1060 6GB can achieve 100+ FPS at 1080p on Medium settings. Competitive players typically target 144 FPS, which is achievable with an RTX 2060 or RX 6700 XT at 1080p High. The game also supports Nvidia DLSS and AMD FSR to boost frame rates on supported hardware.