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Can I Run Helldivers 2 on RTX 4070 Ti?
Helldivers 2 FPS Benchmark and Performance Analysis
For most players, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is a solid match for Helldivers 2. Expect roughly 63 FPS at 1080p high — smooth for most players. Not sure whether NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti can keep up with Helldivers 2? Below you'll find our performance projection at 1080p high along with 1440p scaling data.
Helldivers 2 FPS Benchmarks on RTX 4070 Ti
| Resolution | Settings Preset | Avg FPS | 1% Low FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | Competitive (Low) | 79 FPS | 53 FPS | Good |
| 1080p | High | 63 FPS | 42 FPS | Playable |
| 1440p | High | 46 FPS | 29 FPS | Playable |
| 1440p | Ultra | 35 FPS | 22 FPS | Low |
| 4K | High | 27 FPS | 16 FPS | Low |
Benchmarks are estimated by our performance engine. Actual results may vary.
Best Settings for Helldivers 2 on RTX 4070 Ti
- Display Mode
- Fullscreen
- Resolution
- 1920×1080
- V-Sync
- Disabled
- Texture Quality
- Medium
- Shadow Quality
- Medium
- Anti-Aliasing
- FXAA
- Effects Quality
- Medium
- Post-Processing
- Medium
- Ambient Occlusion
- Disabled
Performance Analysis
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is estimated around 63 FPS at 1080p high in Helldivers 2. At 1440p, that typically translates to around 46 FPS with similar quality targets. This places the card in the high tier for this title, with a playable experience profile. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti can run Helldivers 2 reliably, but smart setting choices matter for consistency.
Helldivers 2 is a cooperative third-person shooter with large outdoor environments, particle-heavy explosions, and dense enemy swarms. The CPU minimum is relatively high (i7-4790K class) due to enemy AI simulation. Recommended specs target 60 FPS at 1080p High with an RTX 2060 or RX 6600 XT.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti supports DLSS 3 with Frame Generation in compatible titles. In games like Helldivers 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.
- Use a medium/high mix and prioritize stable frame times over peak FPS spikes.
- Use selective ray tracing (shadows/reflections) and avoid ultra RT presets.
- Prioritize texture quality and reduce volumetrics/shadows first
Bottom line: Helldivers 2 on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is playable, and optimization has a measurable impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why does Helldivers 2 have such high CPU requirements?
- Helldivers 2 simulates large numbers of enemies (Terminids and Automatons) with independent AI, which is highly CPU-intensive. The minimum spec of an i7-4790K is notably higher than many games of similar visual fidelity. Running the game on a quad-core below this threshold results in CPU bottlenecking, causing stutters especially during large firefights with many simultaneous enemies.
- Does Helldivers 2 support DLSS or FSR?
- Yes, Helldivers 2 added DLSS 2 and FSR 2 support post-launch. For mid-range GPUs like the GTX 1660 Super or RX 5700, enabling FSR Quality mode provides a meaningful FPS boost with minimal image quality loss, making 60 FPS at 1080p achievable. DLSS Performance mode on RTX 3070+ can push the game to 1440p at high frame rates.