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Can I run Subnautica: Below Zero on GTX 1060 6GB?

STRUGGLE ~29 FPS at 1080p High settings
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GTX 1060 6GB runs Subnautica: Below Zero at approximately ~29 FPS at 1080p High settings — verdict: STRUGGLE. At 1440p: ~17 FPS (CANT_RUN). At 4K: ~6 FPS (CANT_RUN).

GTX 1060 6GB FPS in Subnautica: Below Zero at 1080p, 1440p and 4K High settings
STRUGGLE
~29 FPS

The GTX 1060 6GB averages ~29 FPS in Subnautica: Below Zero at 1080P High settings — below the 30 FPS minimum playability threshold. Dropping to 1080p Medium settings is the recommended workaround. A GPU upgrade to the next performance tier will resolve this.

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Subnautica: Below Zero GTX 1060 6GB Benchmark & FPS at 1080p, 1440p & 4K

Resolution
Settings
Est. FPS
Verdict
High
29
STRUGGLE
High
17
CANT_RUN
4K
High
6
CANT_RUN

Performance Optimizer

Live Simulation
1080p
29
FPS
23 1% low
STRUGGLE
1440p
17
FPS
8 1% low
CANT_RUN
4K
6
FPS
3 1% low
CANT_RUN
GTX 1060 6GB Specs
VRAM 6 GB
Generation 2016
Upscaling FSR 2
Frame Gen Not supported
Perf tier
Upscaling / AI
Hardware: FSR 2
Ray Tracing
No RT support
Frame Gen
Not supported
CPU Tier
GPU
—
CPU
—

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Frequently asked questions — GTX 1060 6GB & Subnautica: Below Zero

Can I run Subnautica: Below Zero on GTX 1060 6GB?

Yes. The GTX 1060 6GB delivers approximately 29 FPS in Subnautica: Below Zero at 1080p High settings. Frame rate is below the 30 FPS playability threshold. Reducing to 1080p Medium settings or upgrading to the next GPU tier is recommended.

What FPS does GTX 1060 6GB get in Subnautica: Below Zero at 1440p?

The GTX 1060 6GB averages approximately 17 FPS in Subnautica: Below Zero at 1440p High settings — verdict: CANT_RUN. 1440p is not recommended on this GPU for this title. 1080p will perform substantially better.

Can GTX 1060 6GB run Subnautica: Below Zero at 4K?

The GTX 1060 6GB averages approximately 6 FPS in Subnautica: Below Zero at 4K High settings — verdict: CANT_RUN. 4K is not recommended on this GPU for this title. 1080p or 1440p is the better choice.

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About Subnautica: Below Zero

Combining the award-winning game Subnautica with its unreleased sequel Subnautica Below Zero, this Nintendo Switch exclusive allows players to fully immerse themselves in the full mystery surrounding the water world of planet 4546B. Craft equipment, pilot submarines and out-smart wildlife to explore lush coral reefs, volcanoes, cave systems, and more - all while trying to survive in both hostile w…

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