Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock
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1080p performance
| 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 | 884 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 959 fps | 779 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 933 fps | 758 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 881 fps | 716 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 803 fps | 653 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 907 fps | 726 fps | 590 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 972 fps | 778 fps | 622 fps | 505 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 705 fps | 564 fps | 451 fps | 366 fps |
1440p performance
| 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 | 979 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 952 fps | 774 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 816 fps | 663 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 899 fps | 719 fps | 584 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 875 fps | 700 fps | 569 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 826 fps | 661 fps | 537 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 942 fps | 753 fps | 603 fps | 490 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 850 fps | 680 fps | 544 fps | 442 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 729 fps | 583 fps | 467 fps | 379 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 528 fps | 423 fps | 338 fps | 275 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 871 fps | 708 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 809 fps | 657 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 907 fps | 726 fps | 590 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 855 fps | 684 fps | 556 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 803 fps | 643 fps | 522 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 794 fps | 635 fps | 508 fps | 413 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 680 fps | 544 fps | 435 fps | 354 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 599 fps | 479 fps | 384 fps | 312 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 583 fps | 467 fps | 373 fps | 303 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 551 fps | 441 fps | 352 fps | 286 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 502 fps | 402 fps | 321 fps | 261 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 454 fps | 363 fps | 290 fps | 236 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 389 fps | 311 fps | 249 fps | 202 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 282 fps | 225 fps | 180 fps | 147 fps |
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About
Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, released in 2007, is a beloved entry in Red Octane's acclaimed music series that invites players to rock out with a diverse soundtrack, featuring iconic tracks like "Barracuda" by Heart and "Rock And Roll All Nite" by Kiss. This music simulator not only entertains with its engaging gameplay but also introduces a thrilling multiplayer battle mode and challenging boss battles that enhance its replay value. With a rating of 84/100, it remains a standout title in the genre.
When considering PC performance for Guitar Hero III, players will find that it is quite accessible, with a minimum GPU requirement of an entry-level graphics card, typically scoring around 65. This makes it easy to achieve playable FPS on a variety of systems, as the game requires only 1 GB of RAM. For an optimal experience, players might aim for a mid-range GPU to adjust graphics settings for smoother performance during those intense rock sessions.
If you enjoy music games and are looking for an engaging experience, Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is definitely worth playing. Its solid rating and entertaining gameplay make it an appealing choice for both newcomers and veterans of the genre, ensuring a fun time rocking out with friends or solo.
Performance profile
October 2007 release. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock 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.
Simulation titles like Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock are heavily CPU-dependent — physics, AI and world state dominate the frame budget. Prioritise a CPU with strong single-thread performance and fast RAM over raw GPU power.
Extremely light — Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock 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.
