The RTX 4060 is one of the best value mid-range GPUs for 1440p gaming, and Fortnite is one of its strongest showcases - the game is well-optimised, scales across presets, and responds well to DLSS upscaling, which the 4060 fully supports. At 1440p you can expect excellent performance out of the box.
Quick Answer
What FPS does the RTX 4060 get in Fortnite at 1440p? At 1440p with Epic settings and no upscaling, the RTX 4060 delivers 90–130 FPS. With DLSS Quality mode enabled, this jumps to 130–180 FPS with minimal visual quality loss - comfortably above the 144 FPS threshold for high-refresh-rate monitors.
🔧 RTX 4060 Fortnite 1440p Benchmark Results
Native 1440p, Epic Preset:
- Average FPS: 95–130 FPS
- 1% Low: 72–88 FPS
- Building-heavy combat zones: 88–105 FPS
- Open storm areas: 115–145 FPS
1440p with DLSS Quality (render at ~1080p, output at 1440p):
- Average FPS: 140–180 FPS
- 1% Low: 105–128 FPS
- Competitive sweet spot: consistent 144+ FPS
1440p with DLSS Performance (render at 720p, output at 1440p):
- Average FPS: 200–260 FPS
- Best for competitive players who prioritise frame rate over visual sharpness
📊 Optimal Settings for RTX 4060 at 1440p Fortnite
Fortnite has two main rendering modes: Performance Mode (DX11, stripped-back visuals, maximum FPS) and Quality Mode (DX12, better visuals, DLSS support). For the RTX 4060 at 1440p, Quality Mode with DLSS is the recommended path.
| Setting | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Rendering Mode | DirectX 12 |
| Resolution | 1440p |
| DLSS | Quality or Balanced |
| Frame Generation | On (4060 supports DLSS Frame Gen) |
| Shadows | High (not Epic - saves 10–15%) |
| Textures | Epic |
| Effects | High |
| Post Processing | Medium |
| Anti-Aliasing | DLSS handles this |
| View Distance | Epic |
DLSS Frame Generation note: The RTX 4060 supports DLSS 3 Frame Generation via its 4th-gen Tensor cores and Optical Flow Accelerator. Enabling Frame Gen on top of DLSS Quality at 1440p can push effective frame rates beyond 200 FPS, though with some added latency. For competitive play, DLSS without Frame Gen is typically preferred.
💡 Competitive vs Visual Modes at 1440p
For competitive Fortnite (ranked, tournaments): Switch to Performance Mode (DX11) and lower resolution scale if needed. Frame rates of 200–360+ FPS are achievable. High frame rates directly improve input responsiveness and reduce motion blur between frames.
For casual/Battle Royale visual experience: Quality Mode, DLSS Quality, Epic textures. Visually polished, 144+ FPS average. This is the optimal balance for players on 144Hz or 165Hz 1440p monitors.
Monitor recommendation: The RTX 4060 at 1440p pairs ideally with a 144Hz–240Hz 1440p IPS or Fast IPS monitor. G-Sync Compatible or FreeSync Premium eliminates screen tearing.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the RTX 4060 good enough for 1440p 144 FPS in Fortnite? Yes, consistently. With DLSS Quality enabled you’ll average well above 144 FPS, and even at native 1440p Epic settings you’ll hit 144 FPS in less demanding scenarios. The 4060 is an excellent 1440p Fortnite card.
Does the RTX 4060 support DLSS Frame Generation? Yes. The RTX 4060 (Ada Lovelace architecture) includes the hardware required for DLSS 3 Frame Generation - this is not limited to the 4070/4080/4090. Frame Gen works in Fortnite’s DirectX 12 mode.
What CPU should I pair with the RTX 4060 for Fortnite? Fortnite can be CPU-demanding at very high frame rates. A Ryzen 5 5600, 7600, or Intel i5-12400/13400 keeps the RTX 4060 from being CPU-bottlenecked. Avoid pairing it with older 4-core CPUs if you want to hit 200+ FPS in Performance Mode.
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