Fallout 3
To run Fallout 3 (2008) on PC you need at least a 2.4 Ghz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent processor processor and a with 256MB RAM (NVIDIA 6800 or better/ATI X850 or better), with 1GB of RAM and 7GB of free storage. For higher settings and frame rates, the recommended specs are a Intel Core 2 Duo processor and a with 512MB RAM (NVIDIA 8800 series, ATI 3800 series) with 2GB of RAM. Check your exact PC against Fallout 3 with our free Can I Run It tool, or estimate your frame rate with the FPS Estimator.
System Requirements
Minimum
- CPU: 2.4 Ghz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent processor
- GPU: with 256MB RAM (NVIDIA 6800 or better/ATI X850 or better)
- RAM: 1
- Storage: 7
Recommended
- CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo processor
- GPU: with 512MB RAM (NVIDIA 8800 series, ATI 3800 series)
- RAM: 2
- Storage: 7
Fallout 3 — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum requirements for Fallout 3?
Fallout 3 needs at least a 2.4 Ghz Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent processor CPU and a with 256MB RAM (NVIDIA 6800 or better/ATI X850 or better) graphics card, 1GB of RAM and 7GB of storage.
What are the recommended specs for Fallout 3?
For a smooth experience, Fallout 3 recommends a Intel Core 2 Duo processor and a with 512MB RAM (NVIDIA 8800 series, ATI 3800 series) with 2GB of RAM.
How much RAM does Fallout 3 need?
Fallout 3 requires 1GB of RAM as a minimum, with 2GB recommended.
What GPU do you need to run Fallout 3?
The minimum graphics card for Fallout 3 is a with 256MB RAM (NVIDIA 6800 or better/ATI X850 or better), while a with 512MB RAM (NVIDIA 8800 series, ATI 3800 series) is recommended for higher settings. Check any GPU against this game with our Can I Run It tool.