What GPU do I need to run Call of Duty: Black Ops III?

The minimum GPU requirement for Call of Duty: Black Ops III is Nvidia GeForce GTX 470. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Call of Duty: Black Ops III?

The minimum system requirements for Call of Duty: Black Ops III are: CPU: Intel Core i3-530 2.93 GHz, GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 470, RAM: 6 GB.

Can I play Call of Duty: Black Ops III at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Call of Duty: Black Ops III at medium-to-high settings, you typically need at least an entry-level GPU (e.g. GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT). Use the FPS estimator on this page to check your specific GPU.

Call of Duty: Black Ops III

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32 ratings2015Easy to run

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1080p performance

Call of Duty: Black Ops III estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	996 fps	797 fps	638 fps	518 fps
RTX 4090	925 fps	740 fps	592 fps	481 fps
RX 7900 XTX	830 fps	664 fps	531 fps	432 fps
RTX 5080	783 fps	626 fps	501 fps	407 fps
RTX 4080 Super	735 fps	588 fps	471 fps	382 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	581 fps	465 fps	372 fps	302 fps
RTX 4070	498 fps	398 fps	319 fps	259 fps
RX 7800 XT	439 fps	351 fps	281 fps	228 fps
RTX 3080	427 fps	342 fps	273 fps	222 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	403 fps	323 fps	258 fps	210 fps
RTX 3070	368 fps	294 fps	235 fps	191 fps
RTX 4060	332 fps	266 fps	213 fps	173 fps
RTX 3060	285 fps	228 fps	182 fps	148 fps
GTX 1660 Super	206 fps	165 fps	132 fps	107 fps

1440p performance

Call of Duty: Black Ops III estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	747 fps	598 fps	478 fps	389 fps
RTX 4090	694 fps	555 fps	444 fps	361 fps
RX 7900 XTX	623 fps	498 fps	398 fps	324 fps
RTX 5080	587 fps	470 fps	376 fps	305 fps
RTX 4080 Super	551 fps	441 fps	353 fps	287 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	436 fps	349 fps	279 fps	227 fps
RTX 4070	374 fps	299 fps	239 fps	194 fps
RX 7800 XT	329 fps	263 fps	211 fps	171 fps
RTX 3080	320 fps	256 fps	205 fps	167 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	302 fps	242 fps	194 fps	157 fps
RTX 3070	276 fps	221 fps	176 fps	143 fps
RTX 4060	249 fps	199 fps	159 fps	130 fps
RTX 3060	213 fps	171 fps	137 fps	111 fps
GTX 1660 Super	155 fps	124 fps	99 fps	80 fps

4K performance

Call of Duty: Black Ops III estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	398 fps	319 fps	255 fps	207 fps
RTX 4090	370 fps	296 fps	237 fps	192 fps
RX 7900 XTX	332 fps	266 fps	213 fps	173 fps
RTX 5080	313 fps	250 fps	200 fps	163 fps
RTX 4080 Super	294 fps	235 fps	188 fps	153 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	232 fps	186 fps	149 fps	121 fps
RTX 4070	199 fps	159 fps	128 fps	104 fps
RX 7800 XT	176 fps	140 fps	112 fps	91 fps
RTX 3080	171 fps	137 fps	109 fps	89 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	161 fps	129 fps	103 fps	84 fps
RTX 3070	147 fps	118 fps	94 fps	76 fps
RTX 4060	133 fps	106 fps	85 fps	69 fps
RTX 3060	114 fps	91 fps	73 fps	59 fps
GTX 1660 Super	83 fps	66 fps	53 fps	43 fps

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About

"Call of Duty: Black Ops III," released in 2015, is a first-person shooter that combines fast-paced gameplay and intricate storytelling. Notable for its multiplayer features and an extensive Zombies mode, the game marks a significant evolution in the franchise with its futuristic setting and advanced robotics integration, offering players a fresh take on the traditional Call of Duty experience.

For PC performance, "Black Ops III" is relatively accessible, requiring a minimum GPU that scores around 3162, making entry-level GPUs suitable for basic settings. To achieve smooth gameplay and maintain attractive FPS at higher graphics settings, players will benefit from a more powerful graphics card, ideally from the mid-range tier. With a minimum of 6 GB RAM, it’s crucial to balance your CPU and GPU choices to ensure optimal performance and avoid bottlenecks during intense action sequences.

While the game holds a rating of 72/100, it's still a captivating option for fans of the genre, particularly for those who enjoy multiplayer and co-op experiences. If you're into fast-paced shooters and can appreciate the blend of tactical gameplay and exhilarating action, "Call of Duty: Black Ops III" is a worthy addition to your gaming library.

Performance profile

Released in November 2015, Call of Duty: Black Ops III sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.

Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Call of Duty: Black Ops III; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.