Here's a detailed guide on the system requirements for Baldur's Gate 3 across different platforms it's available on or might be planned for.
Windows (PC)
Minimum Requirements
•Operating System: Windows 10 64-bit
•Processor: Intel i5-4690K / AMD FX-8350 or equivalent
•Memory: 8 GB RAM
•Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 970 / AMD Radeon RX 480 or equivalent (4 GB VRAM)
•DirectX: Version 12
•Storage: SSD with at least 150 GB available space
•Additional Notes: Internet connection required for online features.
Recommended Requirements
•Operating System: Windows 10 64-bit or Windows 11
•Processor: Intel i7-9700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X or equivalent
•Memory: 16 GB RAM
•Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2070 / AMD Radeon RX 5700XT or equivalent (8 GB VRAM)
•DirectX: Version 12
•Storage: SSD with at least 150 GB available space
•Additional Notes: For optimal performance and higher settings, especially in crowded scenes or with mods.
macOS
Expected Minimum Requirements
•(Note: These are speculative as macOS versions were planned but exact requirements might differ)
•Operating System: macOS 12 or later
•Processor: Apple M1 chip or Intel Core i5 equivalent
•Memory: 8 GB RAM
•Graphics: Integrated graphics or dedicated GPU (4 GB VRAM or more)
•Storage: SSD with at least 150 GB available space
•Additional Notes: Internet connection required for online features.
Expected Recommended Requirements
•Operating System: macOS 12 or later
•Processor: Apple M2 chip or equivalent, or Intel Core i7 or better
•Memory: 16 GB RAM
•Graphics: Discrete GPU like NVIDIA GTX or AMD Radeon equivalent (8 GB VRAM or more)
•Storage: SSD with at least 150 GB available space
PlayStation 5
•System Requirements: (Not detailed but expected to utilize the PS5's capabilities)
•Operating System: Compatible with PlayStation 5 OS
•Processor: Custom AMD Ryzen Zen 2 with 8 cores/16 threads
•Memory: 16 GB GDDR6/128 bit memory bus
•Graphics: Custom AMD RDNA 2-based GPU with 10.28 TFLOPs
•Storage: SSD with minimum 825 GB available space (partly used by the OS)
•Other: DualSense controller features like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers
Xbox Series X/S
•System Requirements: (If released, based on Xbox Series X/S specs)
•Operating System: Compatible with Xbox Series X/S OS
•Processor: Custom AMD Zen 2 with 8 cores/16 threads (X) or 8 cores/8 threads (S)
•Memory: 16 GB GDDR6 (320-bit bus width) for X, 10 GB GDDR6 for S
•Graphics: Custom AMD RDNA 2-based GPU with 12.15 TFLOPs (X) or 4 TFLOPs (S)
•Storage: SSD with 1 TB capacity for X, 512 GB for S, with a portion used by the OS
Additional Considerations for All Platforms 
•Internet Connection: Necessary for online play, updates, and some game features.
•Performance Settings: Higher graphics settings might require settings adjustments for smooth gameplay, especially in highly detailed scenes or with a large number of characters on screen.
•Mods: While PC versions typically support mods, increasing system requirements might be necessary for complex mods or high-res texture packs.
•Future Updates: Game developers might optimize or update system requirements based on feedback and technological advancements.
For the most accurate and latest system requirements, always check directly on the game's official page or platform's store (like Steam for PC, PlayStation Store for PS5, etc.) where the game is listed, as developers might tweak these specifications post-launch or with major updates. |
You may also like:
•The Story behind Baldur’s Gate 3
•Editions and DLC Guide for Baldur’s Gate 3
•System Requirements Guide for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Platforms Guide for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Download Guide for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Update Guide for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Crossplay Guide for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Campaign Guide for Baldur’s Gate 3
•PvE Operations Guide for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Enemies Guide for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Customization Guide to Baldur’s Gate 3
•Game Basics for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Basic Walkthrough for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Voice Cast for Baldur’s Gate 3
•Top 10 Tips & Tricks for playing Baldur’s Gate 3
