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Can the NVIDIA GT 1030 (GDDR5) run Elden Ring? (2026)

❌ Not really
~28 FPS at 1080p with optimized settings

The NVIDIA GT 1030 (GDDR5) is a entry-level card with 2GB of VRAM, and Elden Ring is a moderately demanding game. Paired with a balanced Intel Core i5-8600K-class CPU it averages about 28 FPS at 1080p with FrameCoach's tuned settings — up from roughly 14 FPS with everything on High.

ResolutionAll-High FPSOptimized FPS
1080p1428
1440p817
4K510
💡 Elden Ring: Engine-locked to 60 FPS — aim for a rock-solid 60 rather than more.

At 1080p expect around 28 FPS, at 1440p about 17 FPS, and at 4K roughly 10 FPS with optimized settings. Elden Ring doesn't use upscaling, so the gains come from trimming the heaviest settings.

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Frequently asked

Can the NVIDIA GT 1030 (GDDR5) run Elden Ring?

Not really. With FrameCoach's optimized balanced settings, the NVIDIA GT 1030 (GDDR5) averages about 28 FPS at 1080p in Elden Ring.

What FPS does the NVIDIA GT 1030 (GDDR5) get in Elden Ring at 1080p?

Around 28 FPS at 1080p with optimized settings (up from about 14 FPS on all-High).

How do I make Elden Ring run better on the NVIDIA GT 1030 (GDDR5)?

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.