Updated on October 17, 2:20 p.m. (GMT+8): Added competitive/4K Ultra specficiations.

Looking for the Black Ops 6 PC requirements? We’ve got all the information you need.

As the highly anticipated release of Black Ops 6 beta draws closer, PC gamers are eager to ensure their systems are up to the task of running the latest installment in the Call of Duty franchise.

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Whether you’re planning to dominate in Multiplayer, explore the new Zombies maps, or dive into the immersive Campaign, having the right hardware is essential for an optimal experience.

This ONE Esports guide walks you through the Black Ops 6 PC requirements to help you prepare your rig for the best experience possible.

Here’s the complete Black Ops 6 PC requirements

Minimum specifications

To get Black Ops 6 up and running on your PC, you’ll need at least the following specs:

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BLACK OPS 6 PC REQUIREMENTS HARDWARE/SOFTWARESPECIFICATION
Operating systemWindows 10 64 Bit (latest update)
CPUAMD Ryzen 5 1400 or Intel Core i5-6600
RAM12 GB
Video Card/GPUAMD Radeon RX 470 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or Intel Arc A750
Video memory/VRAM3 GB
StorageSSD required with 102 GB available space at launch
NetworkBroadband Internet connection
Sound cardDirectX compatible

These specs will allow you to play the game at lower settings.

You might experience some limitations in graphical fidelity and frame rates, particularly during more demanding scenes.

Recommended specifications

For a smoother and more visually stunning experience, aim to meet or exceed these recommended specs:

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BLACK OPS 6 PC REQUIREMENTS HARDWARE/SOFTWARESPECIFICATION
Operating systemWindows 10 64 Bit (latest update) or Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)
CPUAMD Ryzen 5 1600X or Intel Core i7-6700K
RAM16 GB
Video Card/GPUAMD Radeon RX 6600XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video memory/VRAM8 GB
StorageSSD required with 102 GB available space at launch
NetworkBroadband Internet connection
Sound cardDirectX compatible

With these specs, you’ll be able to enjoy Black Ops 6 at 60 FPS in most situations with all options set to high.

Competitive/4K Ultra specifications

For players aiming to experience Black Ops 6 at its highest visual fidelity, competitive or 4K Ultra settings demand robust hardware.

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BLACK OPS 6 PC REQUIREMENTS HARDWARE/SOFTWARESPECIFICATION
Operating systemWindows 10 64 Bit (latest update) or Windows 11 64 Bit (latest update)
CPUAMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Intel Core i7-8700K
RAM16 GB
Video Card/GPUAMD Radeon RX 6800XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / RTX 4070
Video memory/VRAM10 GB
StorageSSD required with 102 GB available space at launch
NetworkBroadband Internet connection
Sound cardDirectX compatible

These specs enable you to run the game at high FPS on a high refresh rate monitor with 4K resolution, offering ultra-smooth motion and responsiveness.

Recommended drivers for AMD/NVIDIA:

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