Can I Run Dragon’s Dogma 2?
2024 · RPG, Action · Check your PC against the official system requirements below.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 system requirements
| Requirement | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5-10600 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | Intel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X |
| Graphics (GPU) | Nvidia GTX 1070 / AMD RX 5500 XT 8GB / Intel Arc A750 | Nvidia RTX 2080 / AMD RX 6700 |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Video memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB | 60 GB |
Source: published system requirements
Dragon’s Dogma 2 FPS benchmarks (estimated)
Estimated frame rates
| GPU tier | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| EntryGTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT | 20-25 | not recommended | not recommended |
| MainstreamRTX 4060 / RX 7600 | 45-60 | 30-40 | 20-25 |
| High-endRTX 4070 Super / RX 7800 XT | 80-100 | 55-70 | 35-45 |
| EnthusiastRTX 4080 Super / RX 7900 XTX | 110-140 | 75-95 | 45-60 |
FPS figures are estimates derived from the published minimum and recommended requirements at high settings, not measured benchmarks. Real-world results vary with CPU, RAM, drivers and in-game options.
Steam Deck & laptop compatibility
Dragon's Dogma 2 struggles on the Steam Deck, with estimated frame rates remaining under 25 FPS even when using low settings.
To play Dragon's Dogma 2 at 1080p and 60 FPS, a gaming laptop will need a powerful GPU like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Laptop GPU provides a rough floor for playable settings. Performance of laptop GPUs is generally lower than that of desktop GPUs bearing the same name.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is heavily CPU-bound, which is unusual and important to understand before buying. Capcom lists only a 30fps target at 1080p for the minimum GTX 1070 tier, and even the recommended RTX 2080 is rated for 30fps at 4K with frame generation. The bottleneck is the simulation of dense NPC crowds in cities, which drags frame rates down regardless of how strong the GPU is.
A modern eight-core CPU helps more than a GPU upgrade in the busiest towns. 16GB of RAM is required at both tiers, and the game must be installed on an SSD because HDDs are not supported. The install is a relatively modest 60GB. Players should expect frame rate dips in settlements and plan around a strong processor rather than chasing high native frame rates with the GPU alone.
Frequently asked questions
What graphics card do I need for Dragon's Dogma 2?
A GTX 1070 or RX 5500 XT 8GB meets the minimum. An RTX 2080 or RX 6700 is recommended, though performance is often CPU-limited.
How much RAM does Dragon's Dogma 2 need?
16GB of RAM is required for both the minimum and recommended specifications.
Can I run Dragon's Dogma 2 on a laptop?
Yes, if the laptop has an RTX 2060 or better GPU, a strong recent CPU and an SSD, but expect frame drops in crowded cities due to the CPU load.