Can I Run Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time on a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB?
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB · Gaming score 42/100 · Recommended GPU ≈ 50/100
Yes, but tune your settings. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB clears the minimum graphics requirement for Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time but sits below the recommended card, so plan on Low–Medium settings (and upscaling) for a steady frame rate.
Estimated performance with a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB
| Resolution | Estimated FPS | Suggested settings |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 45-60 FPS | Medium |
| 1440p | Below 30 FPS | Not recommended |
| 4K | Below 30 FPS | Not recommended |
Estimates assume a balanced CPU and no GPU bottleneck. For a precise number including your exact CPU and upscaling, use the FPS Estimator.
Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time system requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 800 MHz Pentium® III or AMD Athlon™ | Intel Core i5 |
| GPU | 64 MB GeForce™ 3 or higher, or ATI® Radeon™ 8500 or higher, Matrox Parhelia™. (GeForce4 MX not supported) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 |
| RAM | 1 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 50 GB | 50 GB |
Should you upgrade?
If you want higher frame rates or to play at 1440p/4K in Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time, a faster card helps. Compare the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB against alternatives on our GPU tier list, pair it sensibly with the bottleneck calculator, or see our best GPU picks for 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB run Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time?
Yes – at lower settings. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB passes the minimum GPU but not the recommended one, so Low–Medium settings are the sweet spot.
What FPS will I get in Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time with a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB?
As a rough estimate, expect 45-60 FPS at 1080p (Medium settings), dropping at 1440p and 4K. For a tuned estimate including your CPU and upscaling, use our free FPS Estimator.
How can I get more FPS in Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time?
Lower the heaviest settings (shadows, volumetrics, ray tracing), enable DLSS/FSR upscaling, cap background apps, and keep GPU drivers current. Our settings and optimization guides walk through each step.
Want to test a different setup? Try the full Can I Run It tool, estimate frames with the FPS Estimator, or view the full Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time requirements page.