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✨ Last Updated: July 18, 2026

Build Guide (2026):
Dishonored

Choose your target resolution. All builds deliver smooth 60+ FPS with high settings.

🎮 60+ FPS ⚙️ High/Ultra 🔧 2026 Builds
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💡 Quick Summary: What is the best PC build for Dishonored?

To play Dishonored on PC at optimal performance, we recommend three configuration tiers: a 1080p Budget build featuring an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 (1GB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 6950 (1GB VRAM), a 1440p Balanced build with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 (2GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 280X (3GB VRAM), or a 4K Extreme build utilizing an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 390 (8GB VRAM) (or GTX 1060 / RX 580). A minimum of 16GB RAM and an SSD are highly recommended for optimal load times.

Resolution Tier Target GPU Target CPU RAM
1080P (1080p – Best Value) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 (1GB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 6950 (1GB VRAM) Quad core @ 2.4 GHz or better (e.g., Intel Core i5-750 / AMD Phenom II X4 955) 4GB DDR4
1440P (1440p – Best Visuals) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 (2GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 280X (3GB VRAM) Intel Core i7-2600K / AMD FX-8350 8GB DDR4
4K (4K – Premium Experience) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 390 (8GB VRAM) (or GTX 1060 / RX 580) Intel Core i7-4770K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 8GB DDR4

📊 System Requirements

Official specs to run Dishonored.

Spec Minimum Recommended
OS Windows 10 64-bit Windows 10 64-bit
CPU Dual core @ 3.0 GHz or better (e.g., Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 / AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+) Quad core @ 2.4 GHz or better (e.g., Intel Core i5-750 / AMD Phenom II X4 955)
GPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 (768MB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 5850 (768MB VRAM) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 (1GB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 6950 (1GB VRAM)
RAM 3 GB (4 GB Recommended) 4 GB
Storage 9 GB HDD 9 GB SSD
OS Windows 10 64-bit
CPU Dual core @ 3.0 GHz or better (e.g., Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 / AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+)
GPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 (768MB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 5850 (768MB VRAM)
RAM 3 GB (4 GB Recommended)
Storage 9 GB HDD
OS Windows 10 64-bit
CPU Quad core @ 2.4 GHz or better (e.g., Intel Core i5-750 / AMD Phenom II X4 955)
GPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 (1GB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 6950 (1GB VRAM)
RAM 4 GB
Storage 9 GB SSD

All Desktop Builds

Choose your target resolution. All builds deliver smooth 60+ FPS with high settings.

1080P
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1080p – Best Value

Smooth 60+ FPS at 1080p resolution with high settings

Performance Score
60-90 FPS High Preset, 1080p Resolution Quality
GPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 (1GB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 6950 (1GB VRAM)
CPU Quad core @ 2.4 GHz or better (e.g., Intel Core i5-750 / AMD Phenom II X4 955)
RAM 4GB DDR4
Storage 9 GB SSD

This build delivers smooth 60+ FPS in Dishonored at 1080p with High Preset, 1080p Resolution settings. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 (1GB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 6950 (1GB VRAM) handles the game's requirements comfortably.

🟢 NVIDIA GPU 🔴 AMD GPU
🔵 Intel CPU 🔴 AMD CPU
💾 4GB DDR4 RAM 💿 1TB NVMe SSD
1440P
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1440p – Best Visuals

Excellent visuals at 1440p with high settings

Performance Score
60-100 FPS Ultra/Max Preset, 1440p Resolution Quality
GPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 (2GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 280X (3GB VRAM)
CPU Intel Core i7-2600K / AMD FX-8350
RAM 8GB DDR4
Storage 9 GB SSD

For sharper visuals in Dishonored, this 1440p build provides excellent performance. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 (2GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 280X (3GB VRAM) delivers smooth framerates at Ultra/Max Preset, 1440p Resolution quality.

🟢 NVIDIA GPU 🔴 AMD GPU
🔵 Intel CPU 🔴 AMD CPU
💾 8GB DDR4 RAM 💿 1TB NVMe SSD
4K
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4K – Premium Experience

Ultimate gaming at 4K resolution with high settings

Performance Score
60-80 FPS Ultra/Max Preset, 2160p (4K) Resolution Quality
GPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 390 (8GB VRAM) (or GTX 1060 / RX 580)
CPU Intel Core i7-4770K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
RAM 8GB DDR4
Storage 9 GB SSD

This premium build runs Dishonored at 4K resolution with Ultra/Max Preset, 2160p (4K) Resolution settings. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 390 (8GB VRAM) (or GTX 1060 / RX 580) delivers exceptional performance for the ultimate visual experience.

🟢 NVIDIA GPU 🔴 AMD GPU
🔵 Intel CPU 🔴 AMD CPU
💾 8GB DDR4 RAM 💿 1TB NVMe SSD

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Best Value Laptop

Smooth 1080p gameplay on the go

GPU Period-Appropriate: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M / AMD Radeon HD 7870M. Modern Baseline: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile (4GB) / Integrated Graphics like Intel Iris Xe (G7 96EU) or AMD Radeon 680M. 60W+
CPU Intel Core i5-2410M / AMD A8-3500M
RAM 16GB DDR5

Smooth 1080p gameplay for Dishonored on the go

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Balanced Performance

Great performance with portability

GPU Period-Appropriate: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M / AMD Radeon R9 M295X. Modern Baseline: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile (4GB) / Integrated Graphics like Intel Iris Xe (G7 96EU) or AMD Radeon 680M. 80W+
CPU Intel Core i7-3630QM / AMD Ryzen 3 2200U (or any modern mobile CPU)
RAM 16GB DDR5

Great performance balance for Dishonored with good battery life

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Premium Gaming Laptop

Desktop-class performance in laptop form

GPU Period-Appropriate: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M. Modern Baseline: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile (4GB) / AMD Radeon RX 6600M (8GB). 100W+
CPU Intel Core i5-8300H / AMD Ryzen 5 3550H (or any modern H-series mobile CPU)
RAM 16GB DDR5

Desktop-class Dishonored performance in a portable form factor

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⚡ Performance Tips

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Enable DLSS/FSR

If Dishonored supports DLSS (NVIDIA) or FSR (AMD), enable it for 30-50% performance boost with minimal quality loss.

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Update GPU Drivers

New games often get Day-1 driver optimizations. Always update to the latest GPU drivers before playing.

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Monitor Temperatures

Use MSI Afterburner to monitor GPU temps. Keep below 85°C for optimal performance and longevity.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about running Dishonored on PC.

For 1080p gaming at 60 FPS on High settings, you'll need at least a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 (1GB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 6950 (1GB VRAM). For 1440p Ultra settings, we recommend a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 (2GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 280X (3GB VRAM), and for 4K gaming, aim for a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 390 (8GB VRAM) (or GTX 1060 / RX 580) or equivalent.

Yes, 16GB RAM is sufficient for Dishonored. The game requires 4GB minimum, so 16GB provides comfortable headroom for multitasking.

For the best experience, we recommend a Intel Core i7-2600K / AMD FX-8350 or AMD equivalent. Modern 6-core CPUs handle Dishonored well, with 8-cores recommended for streaming or multitasking.

Integrated graphics are not recommended for Dishonored. Even Intel Iris Xe or AMD Radeon Graphics will struggle to maintain playable framerates. A dedicated GPU is essential for a good experience.

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Written & Verified by Niko Meena

Senior PC Hardware Analyst

Niko has over 8 years of experience testing PC components, constructing gaming rigs, and analyzing system requirements. Each build guide is manually compiled based on actual hardware benchmarks and community performance data.

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