bld4me Grade
7
Score/10
The Verdict

A highly demanding UE5 title built around upscaling. Older-gen GPUs will seriously struggle.

GPU load is incredibly heavy. CPU utilization is manageable at 1080p, but it quickly becomes a bottleneck if you're pushing for high fps or higher resolutions.
The official recommended GPUs fall short even at 1080p. You'll want to step up a GPU tier and rely on frame generation to carry the weight.
Even with the recommended GPUs, 1080p on Low settings at 60fps is your absolute baseline. The official minimum specs are practically unplayable unless you drop down to 720p.
Recommendation
Ryzen 5 9600X
Arc B570 10GB
16GB
512GB SSD
Core i5-10600K
Radeon RX 6650 XT
16GB
512GB SSD

For new builds, you don't necessarily need top-tier enthusiast parts. A modern mid-range setup with full support for the latest frame generation tech will give you a solid experience.If you're building with used parts, allocate the bulk of your budget to a GPU that fully supports modern frame generation. Funnel the rest into your CPU, then RAM, for a well-balanced rig.

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The visual fidelity and world detail are a massive step up from the first game. But don't let the early hours fool you. You might fire it up on a budget GPU and think, "Hey, this runs surprisingly well," only to get hit with brutal frame drops into the 20s later on. The performance demands spike violently depending on the zone. Even the officially unsupported Steam Deck can technically run it if you tank the settings and lean heavily on upscaling and frame gen as a crutch. Ultimately, your required hardware scales entirely based on the level of visual compromise you're willing to stomach.

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On the Go

UMPC, Handheld & Laptop Performance

ROG

ASUS ROG Ally (Ryzen Z1 Extreme)

Grade5/10

Standard 512GB Edition

Legion

Legion Go

Grade5/10

512GB PCIe Gen4 SSD / 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD

MSI

MSI Claw 8 AI+

Grade5/10

Claw 8 AI+ Standard (1TB) / Claw 8 AI+ Polar Tempest Edition

MSI

MSI Claw 8 AI+ (AMD Ryzen AI)

Grade5/10

Claw 8 AI+ (Ryzen AI 9 HX 370) / Claw 8 AI+ (Ryzen AI 9 365)

MSI

MSI Claw A1M (Intel Core Ultra 5)

Grade4/10

Claw A1M-004JP (512GB) / Claw A1M i5 (1TB Custom)

MSI

MSI Claw A1M (Intel Core Ultra 7)

Grade5/10

Claw A1M-002JP (1TB) / Claw A1M i7 High-End (32GB/2TB)

Lenovo

LOQ 15AHP10

Grade8/10

RTX 5060 / 1TB SSD / RTX 5050 / 512GB SSD

Because of the heavy GPU and memory footprint, playing on a handheld means turning down the resolution and heavily relying on frame generation. Modern gaming laptops can handle it, but you'll need beefy specs.

The verdict is estimated based on hardware specifications, assuming a game resolution of 720p and settings at Medium or lower. A 'PLAYABLE' status does not guarantee actual gameplay performance.

PC Parts Selection Guide

Remnant II PC Component Selection & Build Strategy

Build your rig around the GPU. Treat the official recommended CPU as your absolute baseline, and push for something slightly better if your budget allows. Don't cheap out on RAM and SSD either—investing here goes a long way in preventing brutal 1% lows.
Pro Advice

BUILD
BALANCE

Powered by UE5, it launched heavy in 2023. Post-launch optimizations mean you don't necessarily need a halo-tier GPU anymore, but trying to get a smooth 1080p experience on the official 'Recommended' specs is still going to be a rough ride. Use our FPS database to dial in the exact GPU for your target visual fidelity, and build a balanced rig to avoid bottlenecks.
Technical Specifications

Specs: Official System Requirements

Source: Steam Store Official
On paper, the system requirements don't look too crazy by modern standards. But looking at the actual benchmark numbers, you should read these specs as 'assumes frame generation is turned on.' If you want a genuinely smooth experience, aim for hardware about two tiers higher than the official recommendations to give yourself some headroom.

The number of ● dots quantifies the performance level required from PC components on a scale of 1 to 10.

Minimum

Recommended

CPU
Core i5-7600K
Ryzen 5 2600
CPU
Core i5-10600K
Ryzen 5 3600
GPU
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER
Radeon RX 590
GPU
GeForce RTX 2060 6GB
Radeon RX 5700
RAM
16 GB
RAM
16 GB
Storage
80 GB HDD
Storage
80 GB HDD
Supported Tech (Upscaling & Frame Gen)
Upscaler:DLSSFSRXeSS
Frame Gen:DLSS FGFSR FG
GPU Selection & FPS Analysis

Remnant II GPU Benchmark & FPS Guide

The real-world benchmarks make it painfully obvious that the official recommended GPUs are underpowered. Even if you're relying on frame generation, using a GPU that can't hit a native 60fps will introduce noticeable input lag. It's crucial to pick a GPU capable of hitting that native 60fps baseline for your specific setup.

Target Mapping

Even if you're willing to tank your resolution and graphical settings, avoid 4GB VRAM cards at all costs. For 1080p, stepping up at least one GPU tier above the official recommendation isn't optional—it's mandatory. From there, you can lean on upscalers and frame generation to crank up the visual fidelity and actually immerse yourself in the game.
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER OFFICIAL
Radeon RX 590 OFFICIAL
Radeon RX 5500 XT 4GB USED
Radeon RX 5500 XT 8GB USED
GeForce RTX 2060 6GB OFFICIAL
Radeon RX 5700 OFFICIAL
Radeon RX 6650 XT USED
Arc A750 USED
Radeon RX 7700 XT USED
GeForce RTX 3080 10GB USED
GeForce RTX 4070 USED
GeForce RTX 3080 12GB USED
Radeon RX 7900 GRE USED
Radeon RX 6950 XT USED
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti USED
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti USED
Radeon RX 9070 XT NEW
GeForce RTX 4090 USED
Radeon RX 6500 XT USED
GeForce GTX 1070 (Laptop)
Radeon RX Vega 56M USED
Arc A570M USED
Radeon RX 7600M XT USED
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (Laptop) USED
GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop) USED
Radeon RX 6800M USED
Radeon RX 7900M USED
GeForce RTX 4080 (Laptop) USED
GeForce RTX 4090 (Laptop) USED
No matching candidates found in database

Technical Evidence

Assuming the rest of your system isn't bottlenecking, opting for a slightly beefier CPU and GPU than officially required gives you the overhead needed to smooth out those 1% lows. The game hammers the GPU much harder, so prioritize your upgrade budget there.

GPU Benchmarks

Official Minimum
Official Recommended
bld4me Choice
Arc B570 10GB bld4me NEW
Radeon RX 6650 XT bld4me USED
GeForce RTX 2060 6GB Official Recommended
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER Official Minimum

CPU Benchmarks

Official Minimum
Official Recommended
bld4me Choice
Ryzen 5 9600X bld4me NEW
Core i5-10600K Official Recommended
Core i5-10600K bld4me USED
Core i5-7600K Official Minimum

This is a comparison graph of the manufacturer's minimum required specs, recommended specs, and bld4me-recommended parts (new and used). Higher values indicate smoother performance. bld4me's recommended parts are selected based on independent research, balancing comfortable gameplay with cost-performance for the game title.

GPU Matrix

With the minimum spec GPUs, you'll be forced to aggressively drop the render resolution just to scrape by at 60fps in 1080p. Honestly, don't even assume the 'recommended' GPUs are fit for a standard 1080p experience anymore. Yes, frame generation can boost your frame rate and allow for better visuals, but if you aren't hitting a native 60fps first, you're going to feel the input lag. Consider yourself warned.
GPU720p1080p1440p4K
bld4me NEW
Arc B570 10GB
bld4me USED
Radeon RX 6650 XT
Official Recommended
GeForce RTX 2060 6GB
Official Minimum
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

The FPS values above are estimated based purely on the GPU's native performance without any upscaler. These are merely estimates and do not guarantee actual performance.

Estimated FPS Database

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Estimated FPS on this site is calculated based on the official recommended requirements of each game, assuming only the GPU is changed. Actual frame rates may vary depending on the environment, such as the combined CPU, memory, and storage.

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Grade S
SUPREME"For those who refuse to compromise"

The ultimate GPU. Delivers premium 4K gaming at max settings.

GeForce RTX 5090
GeForce RTX 4090
Radeon RX 9070 XT
Radeon RX 7900 XTX
Radeon RX 9070 GRE
Radeon RX 9070
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
GeForce RTX 5080
Radeon RX 7900 XT
GeForce RTX 4080
GeForce RTX 5070
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
Radeon RX 6950 XT
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
Radeon RX 7900 GRE

Non-Recommended Models (Grade E)

Performance Insufficient / Risk of Crash

Ranking Criteria Explained

S
SUPREME"For those who refuse to compromise"

The ultimate GPU. Delivers premium 4K gaming at max settings.

A
ADVANCED"If you crave that next level of smoothness"

A step-up GPU for chasing high refresh rates and stunning visuals.

B
BALANCED"bld4me's recommendation. The smart, well-balanced choice"

The smart pick—perfect balance of power and efficiency.

C
COMPETENT"Play at 1080p/Medium"

Ensures standard playability, delivering 30 to just under 60 FPS at 1080p/Medium settings.

E
EXCLUDED"Not recommended. Time to upgrade"

GPU below official supported performance.

The Bottom Line

The Game's Verdict: Recommended Specs & Grade

This sequel takes the killer atmosphere of the original and gives it a massive, modern graphical overhaul. It fully supports upscaling and frame generation, so you definitely have room to claw back some performance. But consider yourself warned: this game is incredibly dark and moody. If you aggressively tank the graphical settings just to hit your target frame rate, you're going to completely ruin the experience with muddy, washed-out visuals.

While it isn't the specific type of load prone to wild frame rate swings, trying to play on a rig that is just "barely scraping by" is a guaranteed recipe for frustration. Do yourself a favor—pick your parts with plenty of performance headroom so you can actually enjoy the game instead of fighting your hardware.