Best GPU for RIOT: Civil Unrest (2026)
To run RIOT: Civil Unrest 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 RTX 2060 12GB Best budget pick · 12GB · ~$249.00 |
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| 1440p High | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Best value pick · 8GB · ~$499.00 |
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| 1440p Ultra / 4K with upscaling | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Best high-end pick · 12GB · ~$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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RIOT: Civil Unrest system requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| GPU | AMD/NVIDIA dedicated graphic card, with at least 2048MB of dedicated VRAM and with at least DirectX 11 and Shader Model 5.1 support. AMD R7 265 and NV | AMD/NVIDIA dedicated graphic card, with at least 4096MB of dedicated VRAM and with at least DirectX 11 and Shader Model 6.0 support. ATI/AMD Radeon R9 |
| CPU | AMD / Intel dual-core CPU running at 2.8 GHz (AMD Athlon II X2 series or Intel Pentium Dual-Core G600 series or newer architectures are recommended. | AMD / Intel quad-core processor running at 3.2 GHz (AMD FX 6000 series or Intel Core i3 4000 series or newer architectures are recommended) |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Want to confirm a specific card? Test it against RIOT: Civil Unrest with our free Can I Run It tool, estimate frames with the FPS Estimator, or compare cards on the GPU tier list.
Frequently Asked Questions
What GPU do I need for RIOT: Civil Unrest?
For smooth 1080p, a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 12GB-class card meets the recommended bar. For 1440p, step up to around a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti. For 4K, a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 or better gives the most headroom. You can verify any card with our free Can I Run It checker.
Can I run RIOT: Civil Unrest 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.