Crusader Kings 3 system requirements
Crusader Kings 3 System Requirements - full specs, system checker and the gaming PC setup you need.
| Crusader Kings 3 Minimum Specs | Crusader Kings 3 Recommended Specs | Amazon link | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i3-2120 | Intel Core i5-4670K | Upgrade CPU |
| Graphics Card | AMD Radeon HD 7870 | AMD Radeon R9 390X | Upgrade GPU |
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB | RAM deals |
| File Size | 8 GB | 8 GB | SSD deals |
| OS | Windows® 8.1 64 bit / Windows® 10 Home 64 bit | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit |
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Crusader Kings 3 FPS - What frame rate will you get?
| CPU | GPU | RAM | FPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Core i9-12900H | Intel Iris Xe | 16 GB | 44 |
| Intel Core i9-12900H | Intel Iris Xe | 16 GB | 47 |
| Intel Core i9-12900H | Intel Iris Xe | 16 GB | 37 |
| Intel Core i9-12900H | Intel Iris Xe | 16 GB | 37 |
| Intel Core i9-12900H | Intel Iris Xe | 16 GB | 29 |
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Can I run Crusader Kings 3?
The Crusader Kings 3 system requirements ask for at least 8 GB of free storage space to install the game. You'll need a minimum of 6 GB RAM, however the developers recommend 8 GB. The minimum graphics card you can play it on is equivalent to an AMD Radeon HD 7870. However, the recommended graphics card is an AMD Radeon R9 390X or better. The CK3 system requirements ask for a minimum CPU equivalent to an Intel Core i3-2120, but the recommended CPU is an Intel Core i5-4670K.
The Crusader Kings 3 release date was the 1st September 2020 - the game is now out!
There is a Crusader Kings 3 Steam release, as well as there being a Crusader Kings 3 Game Pass release.
Improve Performance in Crusader Kings 3
- Try closing any unnecessary background applications that may be taking up RAM bottlenecking CK3 - for example: Google Chrome, Discord, or GeForce Experience.
- Ensure you have the latest graphics drivers installed for your graphics card.
- Keep display mode in 'Fullscreen' mode as opposed to Windowed. Windowed mode will lower your FPS.
- Keep anti-aliasing Low, or switched off altogether if you are still struggling.