What GPU do I need to run Fallout 3: Operation Anchorage?

The minimum GPU requirement for Fallout 3: Operation Anchorage 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: Operation Anchorage?

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

Can I play Fallout 3: Operation Anchorage at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Fallout 3: Operation Anchorage 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: Operation Anchorage

65/100

73 ratings2009Easy to run

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1080p performance

Fallout 3: Operation Anchorage estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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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: Operation Anchorage estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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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: Operation Anchorage 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: Operation Anchorage, released in 2009, is a notable DLC for the acclaimed action RPG Fallout 3. This expansion transports players into a military simulation, allowing them to experience the fierce battle for Anchorage, Alaska against Chinese Communist forces. The blend of immersive gameplay and a rich narrative ensures that players engage deeply with the Fallout universe while exploring a unique combat-focused scenario.

In terms of PC performance, Operation Anchorage is relatively accessible, with a minimum GPU requirement of an entry-level card scoring around 73, making it suitable for a wide range of systems. Players can expect decent FPS on mid-tier GPUs, enabling smooth gameplay on moderate graphics settings. For optimal performance, a setup with at least 1 GB of RAM and a more capable GPU will enhance the overall experience, allowing for improved graphics quality and frame rates.

Despite a mixed rating of 65/100, fans of the Fallout series and action RPGs might still find value in exploring this expansion. If you enjoy engaging military scenarios set in a post-apocalyptic world, Operation Anchorage offers a compelling backdrop, even if it's not groundbreaking in gameplay design.

Performance profile

January 2009 release. Fallout 3: Operation Anchorage 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: Operation Anchorage 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.