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Can the AMD RX 590 run The Forest? (2026)

Yes
~69 FPS at 1080p with optimized settings

The AMD RX 590 is a entry-level card with 8GB of VRAM, and The Forest is a moderately demanding game. Paired with a balanced Intel Core i5-8600K-class CPU it averages about 69 FPS at 1080p with FrameCoach's tuned settings — up from roughly 69 FPS with everything on High.

ResolutionAll-High FPSOptimized FPS
1080p6969
1440p4164
4K2354
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At 1080p expect around 69 FPS, at 1440p about 64 FPS, and at 4K roughly 54 FPS with optimized settings. The Forest doesn't use upscaling, so the gains come from trimming the heaviest settings.

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Frequently asked

Can the AMD RX 590 run The Forest?

Yes. With FrameCoach's optimized balanced settings, the AMD RX 590 averages about 69 FPS at 1080p in The Forest.

What FPS does the AMD RX 590 get in The Forest at 1080p?

Around 69 FPS at 1080p with optimized settings (up from about 69 FPS on all-High).

How do I make The Forest run better on the AMD RX 590?

keep ray tracing off, and lower the heaviest settings a notch. FrameCoach's full per-setting guide for this exact combo shows what each option costs.

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.