Can I Run Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition?
Bethesda Game Studios · 2009
Prepare for the Future™ With Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition, experience the most acclaimed game of 2008 like never before. Create a character of your choosing and descend into an awe-inspiring, post-apocalyptic world where every minute is a fight for survival.
Can You Run Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | — | — |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | 2.4 Ghz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent processor | Intel Core 2 Duo processor |
| RAM | 16 GB | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | — | — |
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? →Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition is a demanding rpg game from 2009. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 81 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 36 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 154 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~32–40 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~75–90 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~140–170 FPS
Excellent
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Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | 2.4 Ghz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent processor | Intel Core 2 Duo processor |
| Memory | 1 GB (XP)/ 2 GB (Vista) | 2 GB System RAM |
| Storage | 7 GB Video: Direct X 9.0c compliant video card with 256MB RAM (NVIDIA 6800 or better/ATI X850 or better) Sound: DirectX®: 9.0c Controller support: Xbox 360 controller Supported Video Card Chipsets: NVIDIA GeForce 200 series, Geforce 9800 series, Geforce 9600 series, Geforce 8800 series, Geforce 8600 series, Geforce 8500 series, Geforce 8400 series, Geforce 7900 series, Geforce 7800 series, Geforce 7600 series, Geforce 7300 series, GeForce 6800 series AT | 7 GB Video: Direct X 9.0c compliant video card with 512MB RAM (NVIDIA 8800 series, ATI 3800 series) Sound: DirectX®: 9.0c Controller support: Xbox 360 controller |
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Minimum
Operating system: Windows XP/Vista Processor: 2.4 Ghz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent processor Memory: 1 GB (XP)/ 2 GB (Vista) Hard disk space: 7 GB Video: Direct X 9.0c compliant video card with 256MB RAM (NVIDIA 6800 or better/ATI X850 or better) Sound: DirectX®: 9.0c Controller support: Xbox 360 controller Supported Video Card Chipsets: NVIDIA GeForce 200 series, Geforce 9800 series, Geforce 9600 series, Geforce 8800 series, Geforce 8600 series, Geforce 8500 series, Geforce 8400 series, Geforce 7900 series, Geforce 7800 series, Geforce 7600 series, Geforce 7300 series, GeForce 6800 series AT
Recommended
Operating system: Windows XP/Vista Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo processor Memory: 2 GB System RAM Hard disk space: 7 GB Video: Direct X 9.0c compliant video card with 512MB RAM (NVIDIA 8800 series, ATI 3800 series) Sound: DirectX®: 9.0c Controller support: Xbox 360 controller
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition — FAQ
Can I run Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition. Budget GPUs get about 36 FPS and high-end GPUs around 154 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 Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition?+
Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition needs at least a 2.4 Ghz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent processor processor, 1GB of RAM, 7 GB Video: Direct X 9.0c compliant video card with 256MB RAM (NVIDIA 6800 or better/ATI X850 or better) Sound: DirectX®: 9.0c Controller support: Xbox 360 controller Supported Video Card Chipsets: NVIDIA GeForce 200 series, Geforce 9800 series, Geforce 9600 series, Geforce 8800 series, Geforce 8600 series, Geforce 8500 series, Geforce 8400 series, Geforce 7900 series, Geforce 7800 series, Geforce 7600 series, Geforce 7300 series, GeForce 6800 series AT of storage.
Can Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition run without a graphics card?+
No — Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU.
How much RAM does Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition need?+
Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition officially requires a minimum of 1GB of RAM, with 2GB 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.