As the highly anticipated release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 approaches, players are gearing up not only for the intense multiplayer action and engaging Zombies mode but also ensuring their gaming rigs are up to the challenge. Modern Warfare 3 promises a visually stunning and immersive experience, demanding capable hardware to deliver optimal performance without compromising on the visual fidelity that the Call of Duty series is known for.
Minimum PC Requirements:
For those looking to meet the baseline requirements for Modern Warfare 3, here’s what your gaming rig should pack:
- CPU: Intel Core i5-6600 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- Video Card: AMD Radeon RX 480 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650/GeForce GTX 970
- RAM: 12GB
- VRAM: 3GB
- Storage Space: SSD with 65GB available (25GB with COD HQ Downloaded)
- Sound Card: DirectX-compatible
- Recommended Graphic Drivers: Nvidia: 537.58, AMD: 22.9.1
The minimum specs are forgiving, but players with 8GB RAM may experience issues. An outstanding 12GB RAM is required for smooth gameplay. Players meeting these requirements can expect the game to run smoothly with proper graphic settings adjustments.
Recommended PC Requirements:
For players who want to push their gaming rig to the limit and experience Modern Warfare 3 in all its glory, here are the recommended specifications:
- OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update) or Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1400 or Intel Core i5-6600K / Core i7-4770
- RAM: 16 GB
- Hi-Rez Assets Cache: Up to 32 GB
- Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, AMD Radeon RX 580, or Intel ARC A770
- Video Memory: 6 GB
The recommended requirements are for players seeking the best performance and visual experience. Modern Warfare 3 is expected to push PCs to their limits, and players are advised to upgrade firmware and hardware accordingly.
Additional updates post-launch may further increase specifications, and players should stay informed about any changes from Infinity Ward.
