Can I Run Watch_Dogs® 2 on Intel Iris Xe?

Realistically, no — the Intel Iris Xe falls short for Watch_Dogs® 2. Expect around 20 FPS at 1080p. Note that this card is below the game's official minimum GPU requirement, so stutters and low-texture fallbacks are likely.

~20 FPS · 1080pNot RecommendedAction · 2016

Estimated FPS on the Intel Iris Xe

GAMERSPECS ESTIMATE

1080p

~20–22

est. FPS

1440p

~20–22

est. FPS

~20–22

est. FPS

FPS values displayed on GamerSpecs are estimates. Actual game performance may vary depending on hardware configuration, drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates. How is this calculated?

Requirement check

Minimum GPU requirement✗ Below spec

Recommended GPU requirement✗ Below spec

Full Watch_Dogs® 2 requirements →Intel Iris Xe benchmark page

FAQ

Can I run Watch_Dogs® 2 on a Intel Iris Xe?

Not well — a Intel Iris Xe averages an estimated 20 FPS in Watch_Dogs® 2 at 1080p.

What FPS does the Intel Iris Xe get in Watch_Dogs® 2?

Estimated averages: 20 FPS at 1080p, 20 FPS at 1440p, 20 FPS at 4K. Actual results vary with your CPU, RAM and settings.

What settings should I use for Watch_Dogs® 2 on a Intel Iris Xe?

This GPU is below the practical floor for Watch_Dogs® 2; if you must try, use the lowest preset, 720p render scale, and upscaling (FSR/XeSS/DLSS) if available.