Can I Run Borderlands 3?
Gearbox Software · 2020
The original shooter-looter returns, packing bazillions of guns and a mayhem-fueled adventure! Blast through new worlds and enemies as one of four new Vault Hunters.
Can You Run Borderlands 3?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Borderlands 3’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Borderlands 3 — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | AMD Radeon™ HD 7970 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 2 GB | AMD Radeon™ RX 590 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | AMD FX-8350 or Intel i5-3570 | AMD Ryzen™ 5 2600 (Intel i7-4770) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 6 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7/10 (latest service pack) | Windows 7/10 (latest service pack) |
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? →Borderlands 3 is a extremely demanding action game from 2020. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 70 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 31 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 133 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~28–34 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~65–75 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~120–145 FPS
Great
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Borderlands 3 System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Borderlands 3, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7/10 (latest service pack) | Windows 7/10 (latest service pack) |
| Processor | AMD FX-8350 or Intel i5-3570 | AMD Ryzen™ 5 2600 (Intel i7-4770) |
| Memory | 6 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon™ HD 7970 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 2 GB | AMD Radeon™ RX 590 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 75 GB available space | 75 GB available space |
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Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7/10 (latest service pack) Processor: AMD FX-8350 or Intel i5-3570 Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon™ HD 7970 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 2 GB DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 75 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7/10 (latest service pack) Processor: AMD Ryzen™ 5 2600 (Intel i7-4770) Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon™ RX 590 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 75 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Borderlands 3 — FAQ
Can I run Borderlands 3?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 70 FPS at 1080p in Borderlands 3. Budget GPUs get about 31 FPS and high-end GPUs around 133 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 Borderlands 3?+
Borderlands 3 needs at least a AMD FX-8350 or Intel i5-3570 processor, a AMD Radeon™ HD 7970 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 2 GB graphics card, 6GB of RAM, 75 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7/10 (latest service pack).
Can Borderlands 3 run without a graphics card?+
No — Borderlands 3 is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: AMD Radeon™ HD 7970 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 2 GB).
How much RAM does Borderlands 3 need?+
Borderlands 3 officially requires a minimum of 6GB of RAM, with 16GB recommended for smooth performance. 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.