What GPU do I need to run Dragon's Dogma?

The minimum GPU requirement for Dragon's Dogma is Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Dragon's Dogma?

The minimum system requirements for Dragon's Dogma are: CPU: Intel Core i5 10600, GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070, RAM: 16 GB.

Can I play Dragon's Dogma at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Dragon's Dogma at medium-to-high settings, you typically need at least a mid-range GPU (e.g. RTX 4060 Ti or RX 7700 XT). Use the FPS estimator on this page to check your specific GPU.

Dragon's Dogma

73/100

102 ratings2012Demanding

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1080p performance

Dragon's Dogma estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	136 fps	109 fps	87 fps	71 fps
RTX 4090	126 fps	101 fps	81 fps	66 fps
RX 7900 XTX	113 fps	91 fps	73 fps	59 fps
RTX 5080	107 fps	86 fps	68 fps	56 fps
RTX 4080 Super	100 fps	80 fps	64 fps	52 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	79 fps	63 fps	51 fps	41 fps
RTX 4070	68 fps	54 fps	44 fps	35 fps
RX 7800 XT	60 fps	48 fps	38 fps	31 fps
RTX 3080	58 fps	47 fps	37 fps	30 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	55 fps	44 fps	35 fps	29 fps
RTX 3070	50 fps	40 fps	32 fps	26 fps
RTX 4060	45 fps	36 fps	29 fps	24 fps
RTX 3060	39 fps	31 fps	25 fps	20 fps
GTX 1660 Super	28 fps	23 fps	18 fps	15 fps

1440p performance

Dragon's Dogma estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	102 fps	82 fps	65 fps	53 fps
RTX 4090	95 fps	76 fps	61 fps	49 fps
RX 7900 XTX	85 fps	68 fps	54 fps	44 fps
RTX 5080	80 fps	64 fps	51 fps	42 fps
RTX 4080 Super	75 fps	60 fps	48 fps	39 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	60 fps	48 fps	38 fps	31 fps
RTX 4070	51 fps	41 fps	33 fps	27 fps
RX 7800 XT	45 fps	36 fps	29 fps	23 fps
RTX 3080	44 fps	35 fps	28 fps	23 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	41 fps	33 fps	26 fps	21 fps
RTX 3070	38 fps	30 fps	24 fps	20 fps
RTX 4060	34 fps	27 fps	22 fps	18 fps
RTX 3060	29 fps	23 fps	19 fps	15 fps
GTX 1660 Super	21 fps	17 fps	14 fps	11 fps

4K performance

Dragon's Dogma estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	54 fps	44 fps	35 fps	28 fps
RTX 4090	51 fps	40 fps	32 fps	26 fps
RX 7900 XTX	45 fps	36 fps	29 fps	24 fps
RTX 5080	43 fps	34 fps	27 fps	22 fps
RTX 4080 Super	40 fps	32 fps	26 fps	21 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	32 fps	25 fps	20 fps	17 fps
RTX 4070	27 fps	22 fps	17 fps	14 fps
RX 7800 XT	24 fps	19 fps	15 fps	12 fps
RTX 3080	23 fps	19 fps	15 fps	12 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	22 fps	18 fps	14 fps	11 fps
RTX 3070	20 fps	16 fps	13 fps	10 fps
RTX 4060	18 fps	15 fps	12 fps	9 fps
RTX 3060	16 fps	12 fps	10 fps	8 fps
GTX 1660 Super	11 fps	9 fps	7 fps	6 fps

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About

Dragon's Dogma, released in 2012, is an action RPG that captivates players with its expansive open world and dynamic combat system. Set in a richly crafted environment, the game allows players to embark on an epic journey alongside three AI companions known as Pawns. These companions autonomously adapt and grow based on player interactions, making each playthrough unique and engaging.

For optimal performance when playing Dragon's Dogma on PC, a mid-range GPU with a benchmark score of at least 13,507 is recommended to achieve stable frame rates. With the minimum requirement of 16 GB of RAM, players can expect a decent FPS across various graphics settings, striking a balance between visual fidelity and playability. Mid-tier GPUs like the NVIDIA GTX 1060 or the AMD Radeon RX 580 would do well to enhance the gaming experience without demanding excessive hardware.

Given its rating of 73/100 and its engaging blend of action and exploration, Dragon's Dogma is certainly worth a try for fans of the genre. While not without its flaws, the game's unique mechanics and compelling world create an experience that many players find rewarding and memorable.

Performance profile

May 2012 release. Dragon's Dogma 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.

High-end requirement. Dragon's Dogma needs an RTX 4070 Ti or RX 7800 XT for comfortable 1440p 60 FPS at High settings. 4K Ultra 60 FPS is flagship territory — RTX 4080 Super / RX 7900 XTX minimum without upscaling.

Storyline

In Dragon's Dogma, players assume the role of the Arisen, a hero chosen to confront a looming threat in their land. The game begins with the Arisen's hometown facing an unexpected attack by a powerful dragon, setting the stage for an epic adventure. As the Arisen, players embark on a quest to seek vengeance and answers, journeying across diverse landscapes filled with both allies and adversaries. Along the way, they uncover secrets about their own identity and the true nature of the world they inhabit. Dragon's Dogma offers a compelling storyline that unfolds through exploration, combat, and interaction with its vibrant cast of characters, all set against the backdrop of a fantastical realm ripe for discovery.