What GPU do I need to run Fallout 3: Broken Steel?

The minimum GPU requirement for Fallout 3: Broken Steel is ATI Radeon X850. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Fallout 3: Broken Steel?

The minimum system requirements for Fallout 3: Broken Steel are: CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz, GPU: ATI Radeon X850, RAM: 1 GB.

Can I play Fallout 3: Broken Steel at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Fallout 3: Broken Steel 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.

Fallout 3: Broken Steel

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1080p performance

Fallout 3: Broken Steel estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	882 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	999 fps	956 fps	777 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	999 fps	930 fps	756 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	878 fps	714 fps
RTX 3070	999 fps	999 fps	801 fps	651 fps
RTX 4060	999 fps	904 fps	723 fps	588 fps
RTX 3060	969 fps	775 fps	620 fps	504 fps
GTX 1660 Super	702 fps	562 fps	450 fps	365 fps

1440p performance

Fallout 3: Broken Steel estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	976 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	949 fps	771 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	814 fps	661 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	896 fps	717 fps	582 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	872 fps	698 fps	567 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	823 fps	659 fps	535 fps
RTX 3070	939 fps	751 fps	601 fps	488 fps
RTX 4060	848 fps	678 fps	543 fps	441 fps
RTX 3060	727 fps	581 fps	465 fps	378 fps
GTX 1660 Super	527 fps	421 fps	337 fps	274 fps

4K performance

Fallout 3: Broken Steel estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	868 fps	705 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	806 fps	655 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	904 fps	723 fps	588 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	853 fps	682 fps	554 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	801 fps	641 fps	521 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	791 fps	633 fps	506 fps	411 fps
RTX 4070	678 fps	543 fps	434 fps	353 fps
RX 7800 XT	597 fps	478 fps	382 fps	311 fps
RTX 3080	581 fps	465 fps	372 fps	302 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	549 fps	439 fps	351 fps	285 fps
RTX 3070	501 fps	400 fps	320 fps	260 fps
RTX 4060	452 fps	362 fps	289 fps	235 fps
RTX 3060	388 fps	310 fps	248 fps	202 fps
GTX 1660 Super	281 fps	225 fps	180 fps	146 fps

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About

Fallout 3: Broken Steel, released in 2009, is an expansion pack for the acclaimed open-world RPG Fallout 3. This content allows players to continue their journey in the post-apocalyptic Capital Wasteland, where they collaborate with the Brotherhood of Steel to combat the menacing Enclave. Notably, it extends the storyline beyond the original game’s ending, enhancing the vast lore and immersive experience that the Fallout series is known for.

In terms of PC performance, Broken Steel is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU to run optimally. Players can expect decent FPS on systems sporting at least 1 GB of RAM and a GPU with a minimum score of around 73. For improved gameplay, mid-tier GPUs will allow for higher graphics settings and smoother performance, ensuring a more enjoyable experience as you navigate the challenges of the Wasteland.

Should you play Fallout 3: Broken Steel? With a rating of 71/100, it may not be the pinnacle of gaming, but its rich storytelling and engaging gameplay make it worthwhile for fans of the RPG genre. If you appreciate immersive worlds and post-apocalyptic narratives, this expansion is a solid addition to your gaming library.

Performance profile

May 2009 release. Fallout 3: Broken Steel 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.

Extremely light — Fallout 3: Broken Steel 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.