Yes, runs great. About 168 fps on High at 1080p with a processor that does not limit the card. Add your own processor and memory to sharpen the answer.
Runs great · Red Dead Redemption 2
Expect smooth play on High or better at 1080p.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 300+ | 236 | 168 | 121 |
| 1440p | 230 | 170 | 121 | 87 |
| 4K | 128 | 94 | 67 | 49 |
Average frames per second. 60 or more feels smooth. These are estimates; real results vary by scene, drivers and game version.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-2500K / AMD FX-6300 | Intel Core i7-4770K / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X |
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce GTX 770 2GB / AMD Radeon R9 280 3GB | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 480 4GB |
| Memory | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 150 GB | 150 GB |
Requirements from the game’s Steam page.
Updated October 3, 2026
Estimated average fps by resolution and preset.
Our estimate puts the GeForce RTX 3080 at about 168 fps on High at 1080p in Red Dead Redemption 2, which means it runs comfortably. On Low the same card manages about 300+ fps, and on Ultra about 121.
The graphics card is the limit here, so lowering the resolution or the quality preset is what raises your frame rate.
For a steady 60 fps, our estimate says: 1080p: Ultra (about 121 fps); 1440p: Ultra (about 87 fps); 4K: High (about 67 fps).
Red Dead Redemption 2 lists 8 GB of RAM (recommending 12 GB) and a processor of the Intel Core i7-4770K class. Our estimate assumes a processor that does not limit the GeForce RTX 3080, so enter yours in the checker above if it is older than that.
For reference, the next card up in our list, the GeForce RTX 5070, is estimated at 171 fps on High at 1080p, so you have room to raise settings or resolution on the GeForce RTX 3080.
Our estimate is about 168 fps on High at 1080p, and about 300+ fps on Low. Verdict: Yes, runs great.
At 1080p, Ultra holds about 121 fps. At 1440p, Ultra holds 60 fps. Even 4K is possible on High.
Red Dead Redemption 2 lists 8 GB as its minimum and recommends 12 GB. The graphics card does not change that: with less memory than the minimum the game can stutter or fail to start whatever card you have.