Best Split Fiction settings for the Steam Deck (RDNA2 iGPU) (2026)
On a Steam Deck (RDNA2 iGPU) (paired with a balanced AMD Ryzen 3 3300X-class CPU), Split Fiction runs at roughly 61 FPS at 1080p with our optimized settings — up from about 28FPS with everything maxed. Here's the configuration and what each setting costs.
| Resolution | All-High FPS | Optimized FPS |
|---|
| 1080p | 28 | 61 |
| 1440p | 17 | 42 |
| 4K | 9 | 21 |
💡 Split Fiction: Co-op only (online or split-screen) - both players need a copy via the Friend Pass.
🚀 Biggest free win: enable FSR (Balanced) — about +55% FPS for a small sharpness trade.
Recommended settings
Upscaling — FSRBalanced+55% FPS
Split Fiction (Unreal Engine 5) supports DLSS, FSR and XeSS plus Frame Generation. A free FPS boost on a well-optimised game.
Global Illumination (Lumen)Low+12% FPS
Software Lumen bounce lighting - the heaviest setting across the wildly varied sci-fi and fantasy worlds. High over Epic frees real FPS.
Shadow QualityLow+9% FPS
Shadow resolution and range. High is the value pick.
Reflection QualityMedium+4% FPS
Lumen reflections on the neon and water surfaces. High is a clean trade.
Effects QualityMedium+3% FPS
The constant set-piece effects. Lowering smooths the busiest moments.
Post ProcessingMedium+2% FPS
Bloom, motion blur and depth of field. Cheap; set to taste.
View DistanceMedium+2% FPS
How far detail renders. Mild pop-in when lowered.
Anti-AliasingMedium+2% FPS
Edge smoothing. Medium/High keeps the image clean cheaply.
Texture QualityEpic-1% FPS
Surface sharpness - cheap if it fits your VRAM.
⚡ Fine-tune this for your exact CPU & target FPS →
Split Fiction on other GPUs
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Frequently asked
What FPS does the Steam Deck (RDNA2 iGPU) get in Split Fiction?
With FrameCoach's optimized balanced settings, the Steam Deck (RDNA2 iGPU) averages around 61 FPS at 1080p in Split Fiction — up from about 28 FPS with everything on High.
Can the Steam Deck (RDNA2 iGPU) run Split Fiction at 1440p?
At 1440p with optimized settings, the Steam Deck (RDNA2 iGPU) averages roughly 42 FPS in Split Fiction; turn on upscaling or aim for a locked 60 for the best feel.
What are the best Split Fiction settings for the Steam Deck (RDNA2 iGPU)?
Turn on FSR (Balanced), keep ray tracing off for maximum FPS, and ease the heaviest options like Global Illumination (Lumen) and Shadow Quality 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.