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Best Apex Legends settings for the Intel UHD 770 (desktop 12th/13th Gen) (2026)

On a Intel UHD 770 (desktop 12th/13th Gen) (paired with a balanced Intel Core i5-8600K-class CPU), Apex Legends runs at roughly 26 FPS at 1080p with our optimized settings — up from about 16FPS with everything maxed. Here's the configuration and what each setting costs.

The Intel UHD 770 (desktop 12th/13th Gen) is a entry-level graphics card with 2GB of VRAM, and Apex Legends is a lightweight, high-frame-rate esports title. Paired with the Intel Core i5-8600K, it is a real challenge at 1080p — about 26 FPS with FrameCoach's optimized settings, a clear jump from roughly 16 FPS with everything on High.

Across resolutions you can expect around 26 FPS at 1080p and 16 FPS at 1440p, dropping to roughly 9 FPS at 4K. Apex Legends doesn't use upscaling, so the gains come from trimming the heaviest settings below.

ResolutionAll-High FPSOptimized FPS
1080p1626
1440p1016
4K59
Recommended settings
Sun Shadow DetailLow+10% FPS
The main shadow setting and a real GPU cost — Low/Medium is the standard competitive pick.
Anti-AliasingNone+6% FPS
TSAA smooths edges cheaply. Some competitive players run None for maximum clarity and a few extra frames.
Spot Shadow DetailDisabled+6% FPS
Extra dynamic shadows. Disabling is a common FPS boost with little gameplay downside.
Volumetric LightingDisabled+5% FPS
God-rays and light shafts. Disabling gains frames in smoky, lit areas.
Ambient Occlusion QualityDisabled+5% FPS
Soft contact shadows. Cheap to lower; many pros disable it.
Sun Shadow CoverageLow+5% FPS
How wide an area gets sun shadows. Low is a common competitive saving.
Model DetailLow+4% FPS
Character and weapon geometry detail. Modest cost; High looks best, Medium for frames.
Effects DetailLow+4% FPS
Explosions and ability effects. Lowering smooths chaotic final rings.
Dynamic Spot ShadowsDisabled+4% FPS
Moving shadows from spot lights. Disabling frees a few frames indoors.
RagdollsLow+2% FPS
Death-body physics detail. Nearly free; set to taste.
Texture Streaming BudgetInsane-1% FPS
Texture sharpness, tied directly to your VRAM. "Insane" needs 8GB+ — match it to your card to avoid stutter.
Texture Filtering16xbaseline
Keeps surfaces sharp at angles — effectively free, use 16x.

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Frequently asked

What FPS does the Intel UHD 770 (desktop 12th/13th Gen) get in Apex Legends?

With FrameCoach's optimized balanced settings, the Intel UHD 770 (desktop 12th/13th Gen) averages around 26 FPS at 1080p in Apex Legends — up from about 16 FPS with everything on High.

Can the Intel UHD 770 (desktop 12th/13th Gen) run Apex Legends at 1440p?

At 1440p with optimized settings, the Intel UHD 770 (desktop 12th/13th Gen) averages roughly 16 FPS in Apex Legends; turn on upscaling or aim for a locked 60 for the best feel.

What are the best Apex Legends settings for the Intel UHD 770 (desktop 12th/13th Gen)?

Use a balanced preset, keep ray tracing off for maximum FPS, and ease the heaviest options like Sun Shadow Detail and Anti-Aliasing down a notch. The full per-setting breakdown is above.

FPS figures are estimates from a generalized model (hardware tier × game load × per-setting weights), not live benchmarks — real performance varies by scene, drivers and game version.