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System Requirements Quake 3: Arena

Minimum System Requirements

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The minimum system requirements for Q3 specify the PC configuration on which the game can be run without issues at minimum graphics settings.

• OS: Windows XP / Vista
• CPU: Intel Pentium 4 1.60GHz; AMD Athlon XP 1600+ [Will it run?]
• RAM: 64 МБ
• Free Space: 70 MB
• Video Card: GeForce 6200 LE (4 MB) [Compare with your own]
• DirectX: 3.0
• Additional: Keyboard, Mouse

Recommended System Requirements

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Recommended system requirements for Q3 show the type of computer needed to run the game at maximum graphics settings while playing without lag and with a high frame rate (FPS).

• OS: Windows XP / Vista
• CPU: Intel Pentium 4 1.60GHz; AMD Athlon XP 1600+ [Will it run?]
• RAM: 64 МБ
• Free Space: 70 MB
• Video Card: GeForce 6200 LE (4 MB) [Compare with your own]
• DirectX: 3.0
• Additional: Keyboard, Mouse

Requirements updated: October 21, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about system requirements Quake 3: Arena

Will Quake 3: Arena run on my PC?

Minimum to run Quake 3: Arena: processor Intel Pentium 4 1.60GHz; AMD Athlon XP 1600+, graphics card GeForce 6200 LE (4 MB), 64 МБ of RAM. Check your computer with the free test on this page.

How much does Quake 3: Arena weigh on PC?

To install Quake 3: Arena you need 70 MB of free disk space.

What graphics card is needed for Quake 3: Arena?

The minimum graphics card for Quake 3: Arena: GeForce 6200 LE (4 MB).

How much RAM is needed for Quake 3: Arena?

For Quake 3: Arena, at least 64 МБ of RAM is required.