Can I Run DOOM: The Dark Ages?
id Software · 2025
DOOM: The Dark Ages is the prequel to the critically acclaimed DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal that tells an epic cinematic story worthy of the DOOM Slayer’s legend.
Can You Run DOOM: The Dark Ages?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against DOOM: The Dark Ages’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
Yes — you can run DOOM: The Dark Ages
You meet the minimum requirements. See below how you stack up against recommended.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | NVIDIA or AMD hardware Raytracing-capable GPU with 8GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 2060 SUPER or better, AMD RX 6600 or better) | NVIDIA or AMD hardware Raytracing-capable GPU with 10GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 3080 or better, AMD RX 6800 or better) |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | AMD Zen 2 or Intel 10th Generation CPU @3.2Ghz with 8 cores / 16 threads or better (examples: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or better, or Intel Core i7 10700K or better) | AMD Zen 3 or Intel 12th Generation CPU @3.2Ghz with 8 cores / 16 threads or better (examples: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or better, or Intel Core i7 12700K or better) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 10 64-Bit / Windows 11 64-Bit | Windows 10 64-Bit / Windows 11 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
DOOM: The Dark Ages is a extremely demanding action game from 2025. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 59 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 27 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 112 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
27 FPS
Not Recommended
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
59 FPS
Low Performance
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
112 FPS
Great
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Check My PC →DOOM: The Dark Ages System Requirements
Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64-Bit / Windows 11 64-Bit Processor: AMD Zen 2 or Intel 10th Generation CPU @3.2Ghz with 8 cores / 16 threads or better (examples: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or better, or Intel Core i7 10700K or better) Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA or AMD hardware Raytracing-capable GPU with 8GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 2060 SUPER or better, AMD RX 6600 or better) Storage: 100 GB available space Additional Notes: 1080p / 60 FPS / Low Quality Settings, NVME SSD storage required
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64-Bit / Windows 11 64-Bit Processor: AMD Zen 3 or Intel 12th Generation CPU @3.2Ghz with 8 cores / 16 threads or better (examples: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or better, or Intel Core i7 12700K or better) Memory: 32 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA or AMD hardware Raytracing-capable GPU with 10GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 3080 or better, AMD RX 6800 or better) Storage: 100 GB available space Additional Notes: 1440p / 60 FPS / High Quality Settings, NVME SSD storage required
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
DOOM: The Dark Ages — FAQ
Can I run DOOM: The Dark Ages?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 59 FPS at 1080p in DOOM: The Dark Ages. Budget GPUs get about 27 FPS and high-end GPUs around 112 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 DOOM: The Dark Ages?+
DOOM: The Dark Ages needs at least a AMD Zen 2 or Intel 10th Generation CPU @3.2Ghz with 8 cores / 16 threads or better (examples: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or better, or Intel Core i7 10700K or better) processor, a NVIDIA or AMD hardware Raytracing-capable GPU with 8GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 2060 SUPER or better, AMD RX 6600 or better) graphics card, 16GB of RAM, 100 GB available space of storage, running Windows 10 64-Bit / Windows 11 64-Bit.
Can DOOM: The Dark Ages run without a graphics card?+
No — DOOM: The Dark Ages is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: NVIDIA or AMD hardware Raytracing-capable GPU with 8GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 2060 SUPER or better, AMD RX 6600 or better)).
How much RAM does DOOM: The Dark Ages need?+
DOOM: The Dark Ages officially requires a minimum of 16GB of RAM, with 32GB 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.