DOOM: The Dark Ages - System Requirements

 

If you're planning to dive into the intense, high-fidelity world of DOOM: The Dark Ages on PC, you'll need to ensure your hardware is up to the task. This guide covers everything you need to know — from minimum to ultra 4K system requirements — to deliver smooth gameplay and stunning visuals.

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✅ Minimum System Requirements (1080p / 60 FPS / Low Settings)

To run DOOM: The Dark Ages at 1080p resolution, 60 FPS, and low quality settings, your PC should meet or exceed the following specifications:

• CPU (Processor):
  AMD Zen 2 or Intel 10th Gen CPU @ 3.2GHz, 8 cores / 16 threads or better
  (e.g., AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel Core i7-10700K)

• RAM: 16 GB

• GPU:
  NVIDIA or AMD GPU with hardware ray tracing support and at least 8GB of dedicated VRAM
  (e.g., NVIDIA RTX 2060 SUPER or AMD RX 6600)

• Operating System: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)

• Storage: 100 GB available space

• Resolution & Settings: 1080p / 60 FPS / Low settings

⚠️ Important: A GPU with hardware ray tracing is required to play the game — even at minimum settings.

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🟢 Recommended System Requirements (1440p / 60 FPS / High Settings)

For smooth performance at 1440p resolution, high-quality visuals, and a steady 60 FPS, here’s what your system should have:

• CPU (Processor):
  AMD Zen 3 or Intel 12th Gen CPU @ 3.2GHz, 8 cores / 16 threads or better
  (e.g., AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or Intel Core i7-12700K)

• RAM: 32 GB

• GPU:
  Ray tracing-capable GPU with 10GB VRAM or more
  (e.g., NVIDIA RTX 3080 or AMD RX 6800)

• Operating System: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)

• Storage: 100 GB available space

• Resolution & Settings: 1440p / 60 FPS / High settings

• Note: An NVMe SSD is required for optimal performance

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🔴 Ultra 4K System Requirements (2160p / 60 FPS / Ultra Settings)

For the ultimate experience at 4K resolution, ultra settings, and smooth 60 FPS gameplay, the following high-end specs are required:

• CPU (Processor):
  AMD Zen 3 or Intel 12th Gen CPU @ 3.2GHz, 8 cores / 16 threads or better
  (e.g., AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or Intel Core i7-12700K)

• RAM: 32 GB

• GPU:
  Ray tracing GPU with 16GB of dedicated VRAM
  (e.g., NVIDIA RTX 4080 or AMD RX 7900 XT)

• Operating System: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)

• Storage: 100 GB available space

• Resolution & Settings: 2160p / 60 FPS / Ultra Quality

• Note: NVMe SSD required

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🧠 Additional Notes

• Ray tracing hardware is mandatory across all settings — the game won’t run on GPUs without RT support.

• An NVMe SSD is required for both recommended and ultra configurations to ensure fast loading times and seamless gameplay.

• Make sure your system has latest drivers and DirectX 12 support.

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📊 Quick Comparison Table

Spec	Minimum (1080p / Low)	Recommended (1440p / High)	Ultra (4K / Ultra)
CPU	Ryzen 7 3700X / i7-10700K	Ryzen 7 5700X / i7-12700K	Ryzen 7 5700X / i7-12700K
RAM	16 GB	32 GB	32 GB
GPU	RTX 2060 SUPER / RX 6600 (8GB)	RTX 3080 / RX 6800 (10GB+)	RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XT (16GB+)
OS	Win 10/11 (64-bit)	Win 10/11 (64-bit)	Win 10/11 (64-bit)
Storage	100 GB	100 GB (NVMe SSD)	100 GB (NVMe SSD)
Resolution	1080p / 60 FPS / Low	1440p / 60 FPS / High	2160p / 60 FPS / Ultra

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