Baldur's Gate 3
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 970 · Core i5-4690K
- Recommended
- GeForce RTX 2060 Super · Core i7-8700K
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce RTX 2060 12GB (~60 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Verified · ~31 fps high (est.)
- Genres
- Adventure, RPG, Strategy
- Release
- Aug 3, 2023
- Developer
- Larian Studios
- Publisher
- Larian Studios
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.
RPGCharacter CustomizationChoices MatterTurn-Based CombatStory RichCRPGFantasyAdventureRomanceOnline Co-Op
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What you need for Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur's Gate 3 needs about a GeForce RTX 2060 12GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and an Arc B580 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | Ryzen 5 7600 |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Arc B580 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Radeon RX 9070 XT | Ryzen 7 5800X |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3090 Ti | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Baldur's Gate 3 →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 27 | 19 | 11 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 37 | 26 | 16 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 56 | 39 | 24 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 61 | 43 | 26 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 67 | 47 | 28 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 69 | 49 | 29 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 77 | 54 | 32 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 79 | 55 | 33 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 92 | 64 | 39 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 116 | 81 | 49 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 129 | 91 | 54 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 133 | 93 | 56 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 173 | 121 | 73 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 180 | 126 | 76 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 287 | 201 | 120 |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
Baldur's Gate 3 system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel I5 4690 / AMD FX 8350 / Snapdragon X Elite | Intel i7 8700K / AMD r5 3600 |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 970 / RX 480 / Intel Arc A380 / Qualcomm Adreno X1 (4GB+ of VRAM) | Nvidia 2060 Super / RX 5700 XT / Intel Arc A580 (8GB+ of VRAM) |
| Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Video memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 150 GB | 150 GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Notes | SSD required | SSD required |
Source: Steam.
Baldur's Gate 3 on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Verified
Steam Deck · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Interface text is legible
- ✓Default configuration is performant
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
Steam Machine · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 31 high | Steam Deck Verified |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 33 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 38 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 34 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 34 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Full
- DLC
- 2
- Steam achievements
- 54
- Metacritic
- 96
- Features
- Single-playerMulti-playerCo-opOnline Co-opLAN Co-opCross-Platform MultiplayerSteam AchievementsFull controller supportSteam Trading CardsAdjustable Text SizeCamera ComfortColor AlternativesCustom Volume ControlsAdjustable DifficultyPlayable without Timed InputDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportSave AnytimeStereo SoundSubtitle OptionsSurround SoundSteam CloudRemote Play on TVRemote Play TogetherFamily Sharing
- Languages (15)
- English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, Portuguese - Brazil, Italian, Spanish - Latin America, Traditional Chinese, Ukrainian, Korean, Japanese
Full audio: English
Latest news & patches
- Hotfix #36 Now Live!Patch2026-03-26
- Community Update #36 A Very Moddy ChristmasPatch2025-12-01
- Hotfix #35 Now Live!Patch2025-11-20
- Hotfix #34 Now Live!Patch2025-09-23
- Community Update #35 Baldur's Gate 3 Turns TwoPatch2025-08-04
- Room Temperature Fix #33 Now Live!Patch2025-07-31
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Baldur's Gate 3 run on a GTX 1650?
Yes, at lower settings. The GeForce GTX 1650 meets Baldur's Gate 3's minimum spec but not the recommended one. We estimate ~35 fps at 1080p medium (range 28–42, medium confidence, ±20%), GPU-limited. 60 fps at 1080p is out of reach. Its 4 GB of video memory is below the 8 GB the game recommends. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB (~60 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Baldur's Gate 3 run on Steam Deck?
Yes. Valve rates Baldur's Gate 3 Steam Deck Verified. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~31 fps on the high preset (range 25–37, medium confidence, ±20%). Our spec-based model is conservative for games tuned for Steam Deck; Valve's test result comes first. 60 fps is out of reach; 40 fps works on medium. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Baldur's Gate 3 at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to an Arc B580 or faster: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce RTX 2060 12GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Baldur's Gate 3 by brand.
Can I run Baldur's Gate 3 on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the Radeon RX 7600S is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU, gets ~59 fps at 1080p low. Baldur's Gate 3 on the Radeon RX 7600S.
How much RAM does Baldur's Gate 3 need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 8 GB of RAM minimum and 16 GB recommended for Baldur's Gate 3. For the graphics card it lists video memory of 4 GB at minimum and 8 GB recommended.
How much storage does Baldur's Gate 3 take?
Baldur's Gate 3 needs 150 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam, and the publisher says an SSD is required. The minimum operating system is Windows 10 64-bit.