Can I Run Pillars of Eternity on a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070?

Pillars of Eternity
Likely playable

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 · Gaming score 88/100

Official GPU requirements for Pillars of Eternity aren't fully confirmed yet. Based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070's class, it should handle the game, but treat the table below as an estimate until specs are final.

Estimated performance with a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070

ResolutionEstimated FPSSuggested settings
1080p60+ FPSHigh
1440p30-45 FPSLow
4KBelow 30 FPSNot recommended

Estimates assume a balanced CPU and no GPU bottleneck. For a precise number including your exact CPU and upscaling, use the FPS Estimator.

Pillars of Eternity system requirements

ComponentMinimumRecommended
CPUIntel Core i3-2100T @ 2.50 GHz / AMD Phenom II X3 B73Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.10 GHz / AMD Phenom II X6 1100T
GPUATI Radeon HD 4850 or NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GTRadeon HD 7700 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570
RAM4 GB8 GB
Storage14 GB14 GB

Should you upgrade?

If you want higher frame rates or to play at 1440p/4K in Pillars of Eternity, a faster card helps. Compare the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 against alternatives on our GPU tier list, pair it sensibly with the bottleneck calculator, or see our best GPU picks for 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 run Pillars of Eternity?
Likely playable. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 should be capable, but confirm once official specs land.

What FPS will I get in Pillars of Eternity with a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070?
As a rough estimate, expect 60+ FPS at 1080p (High settings), dropping at 1440p and 4K. For a tuned estimate including your CPU and upscaling, use our free FPS Estimator.

How can I get more FPS in Pillars of Eternity?
Lower the heaviest settings (shadows, volumetrics, ray tracing), enable DLSS/FSR upscaling, cap background apps, and keep GPU drivers current. Our settings and optimization guides walk through each step.

Want to test a different setup? Try the full Can I Run It tool, estimate frames with the FPS Estimator, or view the full Pillars of Eternity requirements page.