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Can I Run 3DMark?

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3DMark is for gamers, overclockers and system builders who want to get more out of their hardware. With its wide range of benchmark tests, 3DMark has everything you need to test your PC or Mac's performance.

Can You Run 3DMark?

Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against 3DMark’s official minimum and recommended requirements.

Your PC

You can run 3DMark — and then some

Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.

ComponentYour PCMinimumRecommended
GPUGeForce RTX 4060DirectX 11*DirectX 11*
CPUCore i5-134001.8 GHz dual-core1.8 GHz dual-core
RAM16 GB4 GB4 GB
OSWindows 11Windows 10, 64-bitWindows 10, 64-bit

Verdict compares your components against the game’s published requirements using our GPU/CPU benchmark database. Estimates — real performance varies with drivers, settings and cooling.

Estimated FPS at 1080p

GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEEstimated using the GamerSpecs performance model. Actual FPS may vary depending on drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.How is this calculated? →

3DMark is a moderately demanding utilities game. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 120 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 54 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 228 FPS. Most gaming PCs from the last several years should handle it comfortably.

Budget GPU

GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT

~50–60 FPS

Low Performance

Mid-range GPU

RTX 4060 / RX 7600

~110–130 FPS

Great

High-end GPU

RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX

~205–250 FPS

Excellent

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3DMark System Requirements

The official minimum and recommended PC specs for 3DMark, component by component.

ComponentMinimum
OSWindows 10, 64-bit
Processor1.8 GHz dual-core
Memory4GB RAM
GraphicsDirectX 11*
Storage2.9 GB space to install Time Spy only Please refer to the DLC pages for the system requirements for each individual benchmark test. All the currently supported benchmarks and feature tests in 3DMark are compatible with Windows 11. * You can use 3DMark to test DirectX 9 and DirectX 10 compatible hardware, but you will need a DirectX 12 compatible video card to run all of the tests. DirectX 9 hardware needs Shader Model 3.0 support, 128MB video card memory and WDDM 1.1 drivers.
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Minimum

Windows Minimum: OS: Windows 10, 64-bit Processor: 1.8 GHz dual-core Memory: 4GB RAM Graphics: DirectX 11* Storage: 2.9 GB space to install Time Spy only Please refer to the DLC pages for the system requirements for each individual benchmark test. All the currently supported benchmarks and feature tests in 3DMark are compatible with Windows 11. * You can use 3DMark to test DirectX 9 and DirectX 10 compatible hardware, but you will need a DirectX 12 compatible video card to run all of the tests. DirectX 9 hardware needs Shader Model 3.0 support, 128MB video card memory and WDDM 1.1 drivers.

Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.

3DMark — FAQ

Can I run 3DMark?+

On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 120 FPS at 1080p in 3DMark. Budget GPUs get about 54 FPS and high-end GPUs around 228 FPS. Use the checker on this page to test your exact CPU, GPU, RAM and OS against the official requirements.

What are the minimum system requirements for 3DMark?+

3DMark needs at least a 1.8 GHz dual-core processor, a DirectX 11* graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 2.9 GB space to install Time Spy only Please refer to the DLC pages for the system requirements for each individual benchmark test. All the currently supported benchmarks and feature tests in 3DMark are compatible with Windows 11. * You can use 3DMark to test DirectX 9 and DirectX 10 compatible hardware, but you will need a DirectX 12 compatible video card to run all of the tests. DirectX 9 hardware needs Shader Model 3.0 support, 128MB video card memory and WDDM 1.1 drivers. of storage, running Windows 10, 64-bit.

Can 3DMark run without a graphics card?+

No — 3DMark is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: DirectX 11*).

How much RAM does 3DMark need?+

3DMark officially requires a minimum of 4GB of RAM. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.

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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.