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Can the NVIDIA GT 1030 (GDDR5) run Genshin Impact? (2026)

👍 Yes, with tuned settings
~49 FPS at 1080p with optimized settings

The NVIDIA GT 1030 (GDDR5) is a entry-level card with 2GB of VRAM, and Genshin Impact is a relatively light game to run. Paired with a balanced Intel Core i5-8600K-class CPU it averages about 49 FPS at 1080p with FrameCoach's tuned settings — up from roughly 24 FPS with everything on High.

ResolutionAll-High FPSOptimized FPS
1080p2449
1440p1429
4K817
💡 Genshin Impact: Capped at 60 FPS by default — aim for a steady 60.

At 1080p expect around 49 FPS, at 1440p about 29 FPS, and at 4K roughly 17 FPS with optimized settings. Genshin Impact 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 Genshin Impact?

Yes, with tuned settings. With FrameCoach's optimized balanced settings, the NVIDIA GT 1030 (GDDR5) averages about 49 FPS at 1080p in Genshin Impact.

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

Around 49 FPS at 1080p with optimized settings (up from about 24 FPS on all-High).

How do I make Genshin Impact 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.