CoD: Modern Warfare 3 PC System Requirements and DLSS 3 Support Explained

Launching on November 10th, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 now has its full list of PC requirements provided by Activision. Included in these specifications are the minimum and recommended specs, as well as the newly announced DLSS 3 support.

For those aiming for the minimum specs, you will need an Intel Core i5-6600 or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 CPU, 8 GB of RAM, and either an Nvidia GeForce GTX 960 / GTX 1650 or an AMD Radeon RX 470 video card. Additionally, an SSD with 149GB of available space (78GB if COD HQ and Warzone are already installed) is necessary.

The recommended specifications include 16 GB of RAM, an Intel Core i7-6700K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X CPU, and either an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080Ti / RTX 3060 or an AMD Radeon RX 6600XT video card.

According to Beenox, the PC lead developer for Call of Duty, Modern Warfare 3 offers players more than 500 customization options. The game also features 4K graphics, Ultrawide support, and a wide range of settings to suit individual preferences.

Below are the game's minimum, recommended, and competitive specifications as provided by the publisher.

Official PC System Requirements

Minimum

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Official PC System Requirements

Minimum

OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update)†

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600 or AMD Ryzen 5 1400

RAM: 8 GB

Hi-Rez Assets Cache: Up to 32 GB

Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 / GTX 1650 or AMD Radeon RX 470

Video Memory: 2 GB

Storage: SSD with 149GB available space (78GB if COD HQ and Warzone are already installed)

Recommended

OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update) or Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)†

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X

RAM: 16 GB

Hi-Rez Assets Cache: Up to 32 GB

Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080Ti / RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 6600XT

Video Memory: 8 GB

Storage: SSD with 149GB available space (78GB if COD HQ and Warzone are already installed)

Competitive / Ultra 4K Specifications

OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update) or Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)†

CPU: Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 7 2700X

RAM: 16 GB

Hi-Rez Assets Cache: Up to 64 GB

Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / RTX 4070 or AMD Radeon RX 6800XT

Video Memory: 10 GB

Storage: SSD with 149GB available space (78GB if COD HQ and Warzone are already installed)

Required for all specs:

Network: Broadband Internet connection

Sound Card: DirectX compatible

Recommended Drivers for NVIDIA/AMD

NVIDIA: 537.58

AMD: 23.10.2

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Editor's P/S

As a hard fan of the Call of Duty franchise, I am thrilled about the release of Modern Warfare 3 and the impressive PC system requirements that have been announced. The minimum and recommended specs, as well as the competitive ultra 4K specs, demonstrate the commitment of the developers to delivering an immersive and visually stunning gaming experience. With support for DLSS 3, players can expect enhanced performance and improved image quality, making the battles in Modern Warfare 3 even more intense and lifelike.

The inclusion of over 500 customization options, 4K graphics, Ultrawide support, and a wide range of settings further highlights the dedication of the developers to providing players with a personalized and tailored gaming experience. These features allow players to fine-tune the game's visuals and performance to match their preferences and system capabilities.

I am eagerly anticipating the launch of Modern Warfare 3 and the opportunity to dive into the action-packed and thrilling gameplay that the series is known for. The impressive PC system requirements and the support for DLSS 3 only add to the excitement and promise to deliver a truly unforgettable gaming experience.