Subnautica 2 FPS & GPU Guide
Subnautica 2 isn't on PC yet, so these are predicted figures from comparable engines. Here's the graphics card you'll likely need and the estimated FPS across popular GPUs. Figures are honest estimates at high settings, native resolution (upscaling raises them) - not lab measurements.
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Estimated FPS in Subnautica 2 at 1440p, paired with a fast CPU, high settings, native (no DLSS/FSR - upscaling raises these). Modeled estimates, not benchmarks.
Predicted minimum
CPU: Intel Core i9-10900K
GPU: NVIDIA GTX 1070
Predicted recommended
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
GPU: AMD RX 5700
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What graphics card do I need to run Subnautica 2 at 1440p?
For a smooth 60 FPS at 1440p (high settings, no upscaling), you want at least an AMD RX 5700 (around $129). Faster cards give you headroom for higher refresh rates or ray tracing.
Is Subnautica 2 CPU or GPU intensive?
Subnautica 2 is primarily GPU-bound, so your graphics card sets the frame rate. Any modern 6-core CPU will keep up; spend your budget on the GPU.
What FPS does the NVIDIA RTX 5090 get in Subnautica 2?
Paired with a fast CPU, the NVIDIA RTX 5090 pushes roughly 221 FPS at 1080p, 160 at 1440p, and 96 at 4K in Subnautica 2 (native, high settings - upscaling raises these).
Is Subnautica 2 out on PC yet?
Subnautica 2 isn't available on PC yet (targeting 2026). These requirements and FPS figures are our prediction based on comparable engines and titles - we'll update them the moment official specs land. Predicted (early access)
FPS estimates are modeled from GPU/CPU performance tiers and each game's typical demands - honest ranges, not measured benchmarks. Real numbers vary with settings, drivers, upscaling (DLSS/FSR), and scene. Prices are approximate; confirm at the retailer.