Best GPU for Gloomhaven (2026)
To run Gloomhaven well, aim for a graphics card at or above its recommended GPU. Below are our picks by resolution, chosen from real benchmark data — a budget option for smooth 1080p, a value pick for 1440p, and a high-end card for 4K.
Recommended graphics cards by resolution
| Resolution | Our pick | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p High | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Best budget pick · 8GB · ~$179.00 |
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| 1440p High | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Best value pick · 8GB · ~$299.00 |
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| 1440p Ultra / 4K with upscaling | AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE Best high-end pick · 16GB · ~$549.00 |
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These picks target a smooth experience at each resolution. For native 4K at max settings — especially with ray tracing or path tracing — aim higher than the high-end pick and use DLSS/FSR upscaling, which can effectively move a card up a tier.
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Gloomhaven system requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce GTX 760, Radeon R9 280, or above | GeForce GTX 1070, Radeon RX Vega 64, or above |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-3470, AMD Ryzen 3 1200, or above | Intel Core i5-11400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600, or above |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
Want to confirm a specific card? Test it against Gloomhaven with our free Can I Run It tool, estimate frames with the FPS Estimator, compare cards on the GPU tier list, or see the best CPU for Gloomhaven to complete your build.
Frequently Asked Questions
What GPU do I need for Gloomhaven?
For smooth 1080p, a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070-class card meets the recommended bar. For 1440p, step up to around a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060. For 4K, a AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE or better gives the most headroom. You can verify any card with our free Can I Run It checker.
Can I run Gloomhaven on a cheaper GPU?
Often yes, at lower settings or with upscaling (DLSS/FSR). Anything at or above the game's minimum GPU will launch it; the picks above target a smooth, recommended-level experience.
Do I need a new CPU too?
For most games the GPU matters most, but a badly paired CPU can bottleneck a strong card. Check the balance with our bottleneck calculator before buying.