What GPU do I need to run Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition?

The minimum GPU requirement for Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition is Nvidia GeForce 8800 GT. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition?

The minimum system requirements for Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition are: CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E4400 2.0 GHz, GPU: Nvidia GeForce 8800 GT, RAM: 2 GB.

Can I play Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition 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.

Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition

79/100

29 ratings2015Easy to run

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1080p performance

Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition 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	901 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	950 fps	772 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	999 fps	837 fps	680 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	999 fps	814 fps	662 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	961 fps	769 fps	625 fps
RTX 3070	999 fps	877 fps	701 fps	570 fps
RTX 4060	990 fps	792 fps	633 fps	515 fps
RTX 3060	848 fps	679 fps	543 fps	441 fps
GTX 1660 Super	615 fps	492 fps	394 fps	320 fps

1440p performance

Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition 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	965 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	910 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	855 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	831 fps	675 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	891 fps	713 fps	579 fps
RX 7800 XT	981 fps	785 fps	628 fps	510 fps
RTX 3080	954 fps	763 fps	611 fps	496 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	901 fps	721 fps	577 fps	469 fps
RTX 3070	822 fps	657 fps	526 fps	427 fps
RTX 4060	742 fps	594 fps	475 fps	386 fps
RTX 3060	636 fps	509 fps	407 fps	331 fps
GTX 1660 Super	461 fps	369 fps	295 fps	240 fps

4K performance

Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	950 fps	760 fps	618 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	882 fps	706 fps	573 fps
RX 7900 XTX	990 fps	792 fps	633 fps	515 fps
RTX 5080	933 fps	746 fps	597 fps	485 fps
RTX 4080 Super	877 fps	701 fps	561 fps	456 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	693 fps	554 fps	443 fps	360 fps
RTX 4070	594 fps	475 fps	380 fps	309 fps
RX 7800 XT	523 fps	418 fps	335 fps	272 fps
RTX 3080	509 fps	407 fps	326 fps	265 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	481 fps	385 fps	308 fps	250 fps
RTX 3070	438 fps	351 fps	280 fps	228 fps
RTX 4060	396 fps	317 fps	253 fps	206 fps
RTX 3060	339 fps	271 fps	217 fps	176 fps
GTX 1660 Super	246 fps	197 fps	157 fps	128 fps

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About

"Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition," released in 2015, revitalizes the iconic turn-based strategy game that has captivated fans since its original launch. Players step into the shoes of Queen Catherine Ironfist, embarking on a rich narrative imbued with strategic combat and resource management. This HD remaster enhances the original graphics while maintaining the classic gameplay that continues to resonate in the hearts of gamers.

In terms of PC performance, "Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition" is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 403 to achieve playable FPS rates. With just 2 GB of RAM needed, even older systems can handle it effectively, making it feasible for a wide range of hardware setups. For optimal performance and enhanced graphics settings, mid-range GPUs from recent years will provide a smoother experience without significant strain.

Given its solid rating of 79/100 and fond nostalgia among strategy enthusiasts, you should absolutely consider playing "Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition." Its engaging gameplay and strategic depth make it not just a nostalgic trip but also an enjoyable venture for new players in the genre.

Performance profile

Released in January 2015, Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.

Extremely light — Heroes of Might & Magic III: HD Edition 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.