Chained Together graphics settings
Optimal Chained Together graphics settings according to the FPSHQ model: the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 holds 60 FPS at 1080p on the Ultra preset (54–85 FPS); entry-level cards like the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB should use Medium at 720p (59–94 FPS). For 144 FPS at 1080p you need NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080-class performance on the Medium preset (115–185 FPS). Source of the numbers: FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement); data as of Oct 13, 2026. (model accuracy)
Which preset to choose in Chained Together: 60, 120 and 144 FPS
For each GPU class — the best combination of resolution and preset at which average FPS is not below the target. Entry and mid classes start from 1080p, high-end from 1440p, enthusiast from 4K.
| GPU class | 60 FPS | 120 FPS | 144 FPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level GeForce GTX 1060 6GB |
720p · Medium 59–94 | — | — |
| Mid-range GeForce RTX 3060 |
1080p · Ultra 54–85 | 720p · Medium 105–170 | 720p · Low 130–210 |
| High-end GeForce RTX 3080 |
1440p · Ultra 50–76 | 1440p · Low 100–155 | 1080p · Medium 115–185 |
| Enthusiast GeForce RTX 5080 |
4K · Ultra 59–88 | 4K · Low 105–160 | 1440p · Ultra 110–175 |
Calculated without a CPU bottleneck (like test benches). ● — value from a real measurement. "—" — target not reachable for the class even on low.
Chained Together FPS by preset (1080p)
| Graphics card · 1080p | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 50–80 | 40–64 | 22–36 | 18–30 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 | 94–150 | 77–120 | 63–99 | 54–85 |
| GeForce RTX 3080 | 140–225 | 115–185 | 100–155 | 86–135 |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | 205–315 | 190–295 | 175–270 | 160–245 |
How do I increase FPS in Chained Together?
model estimate Per the FPSHQ model, a GeForce RTX 3060 at 1080p delivers 54–85 FPS in Chained Together on Ultra, 63–99 on High, 77–120 on Medium and 94–150 on Low: dropping from Ultra to Medium gives +40% frames, to Low +73%. The fastest way to raise FPS is to lower the 3–4 heaviest settings from the list below, then enable upscaling, and only then reduce the render resolution. Source of the numbers: FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)
- GeForce RTX 3060 · 1080p Ultra
- 62 FPS
- GeForce RTX 3060 · 1080p Medium
- 87 FPS
- FPS gain: Ultra → Medium · GeForce RTX 3060
- +40%
Chained Together is a demanding Simulation game (load index 66 of 100). Below we cover which graphics settings affect FPS the most and how to maximize frames.
For Chained Together (Simulation), start from the High preset and gradually lower the heaviest options until FPS is comfortable. Begin with shadows and post-processing — they barely affect sharpness but noticeably ease GPU load.
The developers of Chained Together recommend a GPU around NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or equivalent. If yours is weaker, follow the tips above; if stronger, you can raise settings and resolution without losing smoothness.
Does Chained Together have DLSS, FSR or XeSS?
FPSHQ data shows no DLSS, FSR or XeSS support in Chained Together. What is left: the graphics preset, the render-resolution scale (if the game has one) and driver-level scaling — NVIDIA Image Scaling or AMD RSR.
What to do outside the game
- Update your GPU drivers to the latest version.
- Close background apps (browser, Discord overlay).
- Turn on Windows Game Mode and the High performance power plan; keep a laptop plugged in — on battery the GPU runs at a reduced power limit.
- If FPS fluctuates, cap it slightly below your monitor's refresh rate (in-game or in the driver panel) — frame pacing gets smoother and the GPU stops running flat out.
- If nothing helps — lower the render resolution.
Steps are general practice; the numbers above come from the FPSHQ model (GeForce RTX 3060), not a measurement on your PC.
What to lower first in Chained Together
If FPS is below your target, go down this list from the top: first come the settings that load the GPU the most in most games.
- Volumetric effects (fog, clouds, light) big FPS impact
Volumetric fog and clouds are computed every frame; dropping them from max to medium usually gives a solid gain with little visual difference. - Shadow quality and distance big FPS impact
Shadow map resolution and draw distance are among the most expensive raster settings, especially in open worlds. Medium is a sensible compromise. - Reflections (SSR) noticeable impact
High-quality screen-space reflections noticeably load the GPU; on medium the difference shows mostly on water and glossy surfaces. - Ambient occlusion noticeable impact
Adds depth to the scene. Heavy variants (HBAO+, RTAO) can be swapped for simpler SSAO. - Draw distance and level of detail noticeable impact
Affects both the GPU and the CPU (more objects per frame). If you are CPU-bound, start here and with crowd/foliage density. - Anti-aliasing noticeable impact
MSAA and supersampling are very heavy; TAA or the upscaler's anti-aliasing (DLAA/FSR Native AA) give a comparable image for less. - Texture quality depends on VRAM
Barely affects FPS as long as VRAM is sufficient; when VRAM runs out you get stutters and texture pop-in. GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB of VRAM — you can max out textures, it costs almost no FPS. - Post-processing (motion blur, depth of field, film grain) almost no impact
Cheap in FPS and mostly a matter of taste; motion blur is often turned off for clarity. - Anisotropic filtering almost no impact
Almost free on modern GPUs — keep it at 8x–16x.
These are general rules for most games: the exact impact of each setting depends on the engine and the scene. FPS numbers on this page are FPSHQ unified model estimates for whole presets.
FPS measurements and aggregated data in Chained Together
There are no real measurements for Chained Together in our database yet — the values on this page are model estimates. Submit your benchmark: it will be included after moderation.
Which CPU you need for Chained Together
At high FPS the CPU becomes the limit. In the FPSHQ model the CPU ceiling depends on its Gaming Score and on the game's demand (Chained Together: 66/100).
| Target | Gaming Score | Popular CPU example |
|---|---|---|
| 60 FPS | ≥ 2,180 | Core i5-2500 |
| 120 FPS | ≥ 4,360 | Core i7-9700K |
| 144 FPS | ≥ 5,232 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
Gaming Score is the CPU gaming index in the FPSHQ catalog. The minimum is set so that the model's CPU ceiling does not drop below the target.
Chained Together system requirements
- Min. GPU
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 or equivalent
- Rec. GPU
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or equivalent
- Min. RAM
- 8 GB
- Rec. RAM
- 16 GB
More on Chained Together
What graphics settings should I use in Chained Together on the GeForce RTX 3060?
On the GeForce RTX 3060 in Chained Together the optimal choice is 1080p with the Ultra preset — the FPSHQ model gives 54–85 FPS. For more frames lower shadows and volumetric effects or enable upscaling.