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Crusader Kings III System Requirements

Developed by Paradox Development Studio • Release Year: 2020

Verified official PC system requirements for Crusader Kings III. Benchmark targets for 1080p, 1440p, and 4K max performance.

Hardware Requirements Specification (Verified)

Minimum Requirements Entry
Target: 1080p @ 30 FPS (Low Settings)
OSWindows 10 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i3-4130 / AMD FX-6300
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (2GB) / AMD Radeon RX 560
Memory8 GB RAM
Storage10 GB (SSD Recommended)
DirectXDirectX 11
Recommended Requirements Sweet Spot
Target: 1080p / 1440p @ 60 FPS (High Settings)
OSWindows 10 / 11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT
Memory8 GB RAM
Storage10 GB (NVMe SSD)
DirectXDirectX 12
Ultra / 4K / Ray Tracing Max
Target: 4K @ 60-120 FPS (Ultra Preset / Max Fidelity)
OSWindows 11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i5-13600K / AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / RX 7800 XT
Memory32 GB RAM
Storage10 GB (PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD)
DirectXDirectX 12 Ultimate

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Frequently Asked Questions — Crusader Kings III

Verified quick answers to the most common PC hardware compatibility and requirement questions.

What is the minimum RAM required for Crusader Kings III?

Crusader Kings III requires a minimum of 8 GB of RAM to run. For optimal, stutter-free performance during intense gameplay, 8 GB of RAM is recommended.

What CPU is needed to run Crusader Kings III?

The minimum processor required for Crusader Kings III is an Intel Core i3-4130 / AMD FX-6300. To achieve a smooth 60 FPS experience at higher settings, an Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or higher is recommended.

What graphics card (GPU) do I need for Crusader Kings III?

The minimum graphics card needed to run Crusader Kings III is an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (2GB) / AMD Radeon RX 560. For smooth 60 FPS gameplay at 1080p or 1440p high settings, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is recommended. For 4K resolution and Ray Tracing, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / RX 7800 XT is recommended.

How much storage space does Crusader Kings III require?

Crusader Kings III requires 10 GB (SSD Recommended) of available disk space. Installing the game on a high-speed Solid State Drive (SSD) is strongly recommended for faster loading times and seamless texture streaming.

Can I run Crusader Kings III on Windows 10 or Windows 11?

Yes, Crusader Kings III is fully compatible with Windows 10 64-bit (64-bit systems). Older 32-bit operating systems are not supported.

What PC specs do I need to run Crusader Kings III at 60 FPS?

To play Crusader Kings III at a consistent 60+ FPS at 1080p/1440p, your PC should meet or exceed the recommended specs: Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, 8 GB RAM, and SSD storage.