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Can I Run Helldivers 2 on RX 7900 XTX?
Helldivers 2 FPS Benchmark and Performance Analysis
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX handles Helldivers 2 without major issues. Expect roughly 68 FPS at 1080p high — smooth for most players. Helldivers 2 can behave very differently depending on settings and GPU headroom. This estimate shows where AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX lands and how to tune it for smoother gameplay.
Helldivers 2 FPS Benchmarks on RX 7900 XTX
| Resolution | Settings Preset | Avg FPS | 1% Low FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | Competitive (Low) | 85 FPS | 57 FPS | Good |
| 1080p | High | 68 FPS | 45 FPS | Playable |
| 1440p | High | 50 FPS | 32 FPS | Playable |
| 1440p | Ultra | 38 FPS | 24 FPS | Low |
| 4K | High | 31 FPS | 18 FPS | Low |
Benchmarks are estimated by our performance engine. Actual results may vary.
Best Settings for Helldivers 2 on RX 7900 XTX
- 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
At 1080p high, our model places AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX near 68 FPS in Helldivers 2. At 1440p, that typically translates to around 50 FPS with similar quality targets. This places the card in the enthusiast tier for this title, with a playable experience profile. AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX 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.
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX supports FSR 3 with Fluid Motion Frames in compatible titles. When Helldivers 2 supports FSR 3, Fluid Motion Frames can significantly boost the perceived frame rate on top of the base estimate shown above.
- 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
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX lands in a playable position for Helldivers 2. Dialing in the right preset makes a noticeable difference at this performance level.
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.