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Can I Run DOOM 3?

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Steam players who can run it · September 2026

According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of players have a GPU that runs DOOM 3 at minimum and 99% at recommended.

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Based on the GPUs we identified, which add up to 82.6% of the survey. Only the graphics card counts: not the CPU or RAM.Source: Steam Hardware SurveyHow we calculate it

System Requirements

ComponentMinimumRecommendedYour PC
GPU NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT / ATI Radeon HD 5750, 512 MB video RAM NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 / ATI Radeon HD 5850, 768 MB video RAM Detecting...
CPU 2.0 GHz dual core 2.4 GHz dual core Detecting...
RAM 3 GB 3 GB Detecting...
Storage 11 GB 11 GB —
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About

A demonic invasion has overwhelmed the Union Aerospace Corporation's Mars research facility. As one of only a few survivors, you must fight your way to hell and back against a horde of demons in this award-winning horror/action FPS and reimagining of the original DOOM.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I run DOOM 3 on my PC?

To run DOOM 3 you need at least a GeForce 9800 GT or a Radeon HD 5750, plus 3 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are a GeForce GTX 260 or a Radeon HD 5850, plus 3 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.

What are the minimum requirements for DOOM 3?

DOOM 3 minimum requirements: GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT / ATI Radeon HD 5750, 512 MB video RAM, CPU: 2.0 GHz dual core, RAM: 3 GB, Storage: 11 GB.

What are the recommended specs for DOOM 3?

DOOM 3 recommended specs: GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 / ATI Radeon HD 5850, 768 MB video RAM, CPU: 2.4 GHz dual core, RAM: 3 GB, Storage: 11 GB.

How many GB is DOOM 3?

DOOM 3 requires at least 11 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.

Can a GTX 1650 run DOOM 3?

Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for DOOM 3. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.

Is DOOM 3 CPU or GPU intensive?

DOOM 3 is relatively CPU intensive compared to its GPU needs. Single-thread CPU performance and clock speed matter more than raw GPU power — make sure your processor meets the recommended spec.

Can Steam Deck run DOOM 3?

Yes, DOOM 3 is marked as Playable on Steam Deck. It runs on the device but may require some manual adjustments, such as configuring the on-screen keyboard or tweaking graphics settings.

How many players can run DOOM 3?

According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for DOOM 3 and 99% meet the recommended one. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.