Can I run Batman: Arkham Knight?

Official Batman: Arkham Knight system requirements, player reports on Batman: Arkham Knight performance, and a check against your GPU and CPU.

Official system requirements

Published on the Steam store page by the developer. This is that text, not a benchmark.

Minimum

OS
Win 7 SP1, Win 8.1 (64-bit Operating System Required)
Processor
Intel Core i5-750, 2.67 GHz | AMD Phenom II X4 965, 3.4 GHz
Memory
6 GB RAM
Graphics
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 (2 GB Memory Minimum) | AMD Radeon HD 7870 (2 GB Memory Minimum)
DirectX
Version 11
Storage
45 GB available space
Notes
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system Network: Broadband Internet connection

Recommended

OS
Win 7 SP1, Win 8.1 (64-bit Operating System Required)
Processor
Intel Core i7-3770, 3.4 GHz | AMD FX-8350, 4.0 GHz
Memory
8 GB RAM
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 - 3 GB Memory Recommended | AMD Radeon HD 7950 - 3 GB Memory Recommended
DirectX
Version 11
Storage
55 GB available space
Notes
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system Network: Broadband Internet connection

What players say about performance

The game has performance issues on PC, including frame drops, stuttering, and optimization problems, though some players report it runs well with specific hardware or settings.

Drawn from 24 reviews that mention performance.

Common problems

  • Frame drops and stuttering during gameplay
  • Poor optimization causing performance drops
  • Frequent microfreezes, especially in fast-paced sections
  • Texture loading issues and textures looking subpar in cutscenes

What runs it well

  • On high-end systems with max settings and appropriate hardware
  • With specific hardware configurations that meet or exceed recommended specs
  • When using certain settings or mods that improve optimization
  • For players who are not overly concerned with frame pacing

Check your PC

Pick a GPU and a CPU. The result compares their class with the parts named in the official requirements. It is not an FPS estimate.

AI review summary of Batman: Arkham Knight