Can I Run Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead?
Bohemia Interactive · 2010
Our verdict
Runs on almost any PC
Even Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics runs smoothly at 1080p.
Check your own PC ↓Estimated FPS at 1080p
GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEOn a mid-range RTX 4060 or RX 7600, Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead runs easily at 1080p; a budget GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT runs easily, and a high-end RTX 4080 or RX 7900 XTX runs easily.
The publisher states no target settings for Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead, so figures assume High, the usual target of a recommended spec.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
120+ FPS
Light game
High (assumed from the recommended spec) · native
Great
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
300+ FPS
Light game
High (assumed from the recommended spec) · native
Excellent
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
300+ FPS
Light game
High (assumed from the recommended spec) · native
Excellent
Want your exact FPS? Enter your CPU, GPU and resolution.
Check My PC →What limits performance in Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead
The graphics card, but only on older or budget hardware: any recent card holds 60 FPS at 1080p.
Graphics card (GPU)
Not a limit
Even Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics runs smoothly at 1080p.
Processor (CPU)
No measured limit
We couldn't place the publisher's processor requirement ("Intel Core i5 or AMD Athlon Phenom X4 or faster") on our scale. We have no measured processor limit for Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead, so the frame rates on this page assume your processor isn't holding the graphics card back.
Video memory (VRAM)
512 MB min · 896 MB rec
The minimum spec lists 512 MB of video memory and the recommended spec 896 MB, less than any current graphics card has, so it won't limit you.
Settings to lower first in Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead
- 1Nothing, on a dedicated graphics card: even a budget card holds 60 FPS at 1080p.
Can I run Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead on my graphics card?
Pick your GPU for a straight yes-or-no, an FPS estimate at every resolution, and the settings to run.
Check your GPU against Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead
Pick your graphics card to see the verdict and estimated frame rates.
Can You Run Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
Wrong result? Tell us| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Nvidia Geforce 8600GT or ATI Radeon 3650 or faster with Shader Model 3 and 512 MB VRAM | Nvidia Geforce GTX 260 or ATI Radeon HD 5770 or faster with Shader Model 3 and 896 MB VRAM |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core 2.4 GHz or AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i5 or AMD Athlon Phenom X4 or faster |
| RAM | 16 GB | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
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.
Join the squadNot sure? Ask our community.Join our Discord →Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2.4 GHz or AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i5 or AMD Athlon Phenom X4 or faster |
| Memory | 1GB | 2GB |
| Graphics | Nvidia Geforce 8600GT or ATI Radeon 3650 or faster with Shader Model 3 and 512 MB VRAM | Nvidia Geforce GTX 260 or ATI Radeon HD 5770 or faster with Shader Model 3 and 896 MB VRAM |
| DirectX | DirectX 9.0c | DirectX 9.0c |
| Storage | 10 GB free space | 20 GB free space |
Show the full Steam listingHide the full Steam listing
Minimum
OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core 2.4 GHz or AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.5 GHz Memory: 1GB Graphics: Nvidia Geforce 8600GT or ATI Radeon 3650 or faster with Shader Model 3 and 512 MB VRAM DirectX®: DirectX 9.0c Hard Drive: 10 GB free space
Recommended
OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i5 or AMD Athlon Phenom X4 or faster Memory: 2GB Graphics: Nvidia Geforce GTX 260 or ATI Radeon HD 5770 or faster with Shader Model 3 and 896 MB VRAM DirectX®: DirectX 9.0c Hard Drive: 20 GB free space
Source: Steam
Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead — FAQ
Can I run Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead?+
Runs on almost any PC. Even Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics runs smoothly at 1080p. 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 Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead?+
Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead needs at least a Intel Core 2.4 GHz or AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.5 GHz processor, a Nvidia Geforce 8600GT or ATI Radeon 3650 or faster with Shader Model 3 and 512 MB VRAM graphics card, 1 GB of RAM, 10 GB free space of storage, running Windows 10.
Can Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead run without a graphics card?+
Yes. Even Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics runs smoothly at 1080p, and AMD's Radeon 780M runs easily.
How much RAM does Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead need?+
Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead officially requires a minimum of 1 GB of RAM, with 2 GB recommended for smooth performance. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.
More games to check
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.