Can I Run PAYDAY 3?
Starbreeze Studios · 2023
PAYDAY 3 is the ultimate co-op FPS crime fantasy. Choose between stealth or loud playstyles, customize your character, and get ready to pull off the perfect heist.
Can You Run PAYDAY 3?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against PAYDAY 3’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run PAYDAY 3 — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Nvidia GTX 1650 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (4GB) | Nvidia GTX 1080 (8GB) or AMD RX VEGA 56 |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core i5-9400F | Intel Core i7-9700K |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 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.
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? →PAYDAY 3 is a extremely demanding action game from 2023. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 65 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 29 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 123 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~26–32 FPS
Not Recommended
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~60–70 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~110–135 FPS
Great
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PAYDAY 3 System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for PAYDAY 3, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-9400F | Intel Core i7-9700K |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 1650 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (4GB) | Nvidia GTX 1080 (8GB) or AMD RX VEGA 56 |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 65 GB available space | 65 GB available space |
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Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i5-9400F Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1650 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (4GB) DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 65 GB available space
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i7-9700K Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1080 (8GB) or AMD RX VEGA 56 DirectX: Version 12 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 65 GB available space
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
PAYDAY 3 — FAQ
Can I run PAYDAY 3?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 65 FPS at 1080p in PAYDAY 3. Budget GPUs get about 29 FPS and high-end GPUs around 123 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 PAYDAY 3?+
PAYDAY 3 needs at least a Intel Core i5-9400F processor, a Nvidia GTX 1650 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (4GB) graphics card, 16GB of RAM, 65 GB available space of storage, running Windows 10.
Can PAYDAY 3 run without a graphics card?+
No — PAYDAY 3 is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Nvidia GTX 1650 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (4GB)).
How much RAM does PAYDAY 3 need?+
PAYDAY 3 officially requires a minimum of 16GB 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.