F5F Stay Refreshed Software PC Gaming Yes, you can run Arma 3 on your PC if it meets the system requirements and you have the appropriate drivers installed.

Yes, you can run Arma 3 on your PC if it meets the system requirements and you have the appropriate drivers installed.

Yes, you can run Arma 3 on your PC if it meets the system requirements and you have the appropriate drivers installed.

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gideonboaz
Junior Member
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02-04-2016, 02:47 AM
#1
Hey there, I just moved to PC gaming and have been playing titles like Arma 2, DayZ Mod, Counter Strike Global Offensive, Rust, and Battlefield 3. I’m curious if my setup can handle Arma 3 at 1080p. Some say it runs better than Arma 2 since it doesn’t depend on Hyperthreading and uses more GPU power. Could you check if your specs allow it? Thanks! Intel Pentium G3258 @ 4.0GHz, Sapphire R9 280, 3GB RAM, ASRock H97M, Kingston Fury Blue 2x4GB, Kingston Barracuda 1600Mhz SSD, Seagate Barracuda, Windows 8.1.
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gideonboaz
02-04-2016, 02:47 AM #1

Hey there, I just moved to PC gaming and have been playing titles like Arma 2, DayZ Mod, Counter Strike Global Offensive, Rust, and Battlefield 3. I’m curious if my setup can handle Arma 3 at 1080p. Some say it runs better than Arma 2 since it doesn’t depend on Hyperthreading and uses more GPU power. Could you check if your specs allow it? Thanks! Intel Pentium G3258 @ 4.0GHz, Sapphire R9 280, 3GB RAM, ASRock H97M, Kingston Fury Blue 2x4GB, Kingston Barracuda 1600Mhz SSD, Seagate Barracuda, Windows 8.1.

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VideoFamily
Junior Member
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02-04-2016, 12:20 PM
#2
Expect performance issues across all PCs, especially if you're seeing low frames in multiplayer. The article provides some benchmark results for reference.
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VideoFamily
02-04-2016, 12:20 PM #2

Expect performance issues across all PCs, especially if you're seeing low frames in multiplayer. The article provides some benchmark results for reference.

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tinodz
Member
218
02-04-2016, 11:09 PM
#3
Why not give it a shot? It seems straightforward enough, just like I thought it would work.
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tinodz
02-04-2016, 11:09 PM #3

Why not give it a shot? It seems straightforward enough, just like I thought it would work.

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02-19-2016, 07:00 AM
#4
All machines can handle every game—just at varying speeds. You’ll be able to play it, though I’m not sure how much your CPU would be under stress. With two powerful cores and ARMA III’s ability to use them both, it should work smoothly. Overall, I think you’ll be okay.
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AwesomeGuy5128
02-19-2016, 07:00 AM #4

All machines can handle every game—just at varying speeds. You’ll be able to play it, though I’m not sure how much your CPU would be under stress. With two powerful cores and ARMA III’s ability to use them both, it should work smoothly. Overall, I think you’ll be okay.

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ZacosGames
Junior Member
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02-19-2016, 08:29 AM
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It executes it, though it operates in a manner resembling feces.
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ZacosGames
02-19-2016, 08:29 AM #5

It executes it, though it operates in a manner resembling feces.

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Neutrino0
Junior Member
15
02-19-2016, 11:36 AM
#6
Thanks for the update. I’m planning to get an I5 4690k soon. I also heard about a new i5 release from someone, so maybe I’ll hold off a bit. No problem if I need to lower the settings for smooth gameplay—just want to enjoy gaming with friends.
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Neutrino0
02-19-2016, 11:36 AM #6

Thanks for the update. I’m planning to get an I5 4690k soon. I also heard about a new i5 release from someone, so maybe I’ll hold off a bit. No problem if I need to lower the settings for smooth gameplay—just want to enjoy gaming with friends.

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Eaglicious
Junior Member
17
02-19-2016, 06:45 PM
#7
In ARMA 3 Multiplayer, you can enjoy up to 50 FPS max ^^
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Eaglicious
02-19-2016, 06:45 PM #7

In ARMA 3 Multiplayer, you can enjoy up to 50 FPS max ^^

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GhostyLite
Member
238
02-21-2016, 12:14 AM
#8
Tried it earlier at a spot called "Guf," which is an online cafe. I was interested in playing Domination or King of the Hill, aiming for the level of realism found in those games, though it's less common in Arma 2 now.
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GhostyLite
02-21-2016, 12:14 AM #8

Tried it earlier at a spot called "Guf," which is an online cafe. I was interested in playing Domination or King of the Hill, aiming for the level of realism found in those games, though it's less common in Arma 2 now.

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Zemboyy
Member
235
03-07-2016, 10:28 AM
#9
It's actually quite enjoyable to play the game, though having a team makes it even more fun ^^
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Zemboyy
03-07-2016, 10:28 AM #9

It's actually quite enjoyable to play the game, though having a team makes it even more fun ^^

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Sookabooyat
Junior Member
24
03-07-2016, 10:45 AM
#10
I have five friends who enjoy playing Arma 2 together, and they tend to be quite strict. I often need to ask them to aim, engage, or take vehicles. It's really great. Everyone in the group has Arma 3 for Christmas.
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Sookabooyat
03-07-2016, 10:45 AM #10

I have five friends who enjoy playing Arma 2 together, and they tend to be quite strict. I often need to ask them to aim, engage, or take vehicles. It's really great. Everyone in the group has Arma 3 for Christmas.