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Doom 3

Doom 3

60/100
8 ratings2012Easy to run

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1080p performance

Doom 3 estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps886 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps935 fps760 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps824 fps669 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps801 fps651 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps946 fps757 fps615 fps
RTX 3070999 fps863 fps690 fps561 fps
RTX 4060974 fps779 fps623 fps506 fps
RTX 3060835 fps668 fps534 fps434 fps
GTX 1660 Super605 fps484 fps387 fps315 fps

1440p performance

Doom 3 estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps950 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps895 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps841 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps818 fps665 fps
RTX 4070999 fps877 fps701 fps570 fps
RX 7800 XT965 fps772 fps618 fps502 fps
RTX 3080939 fps751 fps601 fps488 fps
RTX 4060 Ti887 fps710 fps568 fps461 fps
RTX 3070809 fps647 fps518 fps421 fps
RTX 4060731 fps584 fps468 fps380 fps
RTX 3060626 fps501 fps401 fps326 fps
GTX 1660 Super454 fps363 fps291 fps236 fps

4K performance

Doom 3 estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps935 fps748 fps608 fps
RTX 4090999 fps868 fps695 fps564 fps
RX 7900 XTX974 fps779 fps623 fps506 fps
RTX 5080918 fps735 fps588 fps478 fps
RTX 4080 Super863 fps690 fps552 fps449 fps
RTX 4070 Ti682 fps545 fps436 fps355 fps
RTX 4070584 fps468 fps374 fps304 fps
RX 7800 XT515 fps412 fps329 fps268 fps
RTX 3080501 fps401 fps321 fps260 fps
RTX 4060 Ti473 fps378 fps303 fps246 fps
RTX 3070431 fps345 fps276 fps224 fps
RTX 4060390 fps312 fps249 fps203 fps
RTX 3060334 fps267 fps214 fps174 fps
GTX 1660 Super242 fps194 fps155 fps126 fps

Minimum Hardware

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NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT / ATI Radeon HD 5750, 512 MB video RAM

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Processor
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2.0 GHz dual core

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Memory
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3 GB

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About

Doom 3, released in 2012 as part of the BFG Edition, revitalizes the original 2004 classic with enhanced graphics and new gameplay mechanics. This first-person shooter stands out for its atmospheric horror elements, impressive graphics, and the innovative addition of a checkpoint save system. Players navigate through dark, eerie environments, using their iconic arsenal of weapons, including the newly mounted flashlight that allows for simultaneous illumination and combat.

PC gamers who enjoy intense, immersive gameplay with a focus on narrative-driven experiences will find Doom 3 particularly engaging. The game offers moderate difficulty levels that appeal to a wide array of players, from casual gamers to seasoned veterans looking for a nostalgic yet improved twist on the classic. With its replayability bolstered by achievements and trophies, PC gamers can dive back into its haunting landscapes after their initial playthrough.

Considering its rating of 57/100, Doom 3 may not be for everyone, but fans of the horror genre or those seeking a visually impressive PC game should give it a try. Its unique blend of gameplay mechanics and atmospheric storytelling offers a worthwhile experience for those curious about the evolution of the Doom franchise.

Performance profile

October 2012 release. Doom 3 targets mid-2000s-to-early-2010s hardware — any modern entry-level GPU (GTX 1650 tier or newer integrated graphics) handles it at 1080p Ultra without breaking a sweat.

Action titles like Doom 3 reward high framerates for visual clarity during combat. A mid-range modern GPU at 1440p 60–120 FPS is the practical sweet spot; VRR (G-Sync/FreeSync) smooths out drops during heavy effects.

Extremely light — Doom 3 runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.

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