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Can I Run Natural Selection 2 on OTHER Apple M3 Max?

Check if this GPU meets the system requirements for Natural Selection 2. Get FPS estimates and optimization tips.

Natural Selection 2

Can OTHER Apple M3 Max run Natural Selection 2? This report projects 1080p Medium FPS from the GPU score, then compares OTHER Apple M3 Max with the publisher minimum (DirectX 11 compatible dedicated video card with 2 GB VRAM) and recommended (DirectX 11 compatible dedicated video card with 4GB VRAM) graphics.

At 1080p Medium we estimate about 84 FPS average and 56 FPS 1% lows. OTHER Apple M3 Max matches the publisher recommended GPU (DirectX 11 compatible dedicated video card with 4GB VRAM). This is a GPU-led projection with a typical mid-range CPU and 16 GB of RAM, not a live capture from your PC.

OTHER Apple M3 Max

Estimated average FPS · 1080p Medium

84

FPS

This GPU should run the game well at 1080p Medium.

Average FPS84
1% low FPS56

Avg FPS

84

1% Low

56

GPU load

88%

Stutter risk

Medium

Apple M3 Max · 16 GB · 1080p · Medium · Natural Selection 2

FPS by resolution (Medium)

720p 122 FPS (1% low 81)
1080p focus 84 FPS (1% low 56)
1440p 49 FPS (1% low 32)
4K 30 FPS (1% low 20)

All settings presets 1080p

Preset Avg FPS 1% low GPU % Stutter
Low 122 81 88% Medium
Medium 84 56 88% Medium
High 57 38 91% Medium
Ultra 41 27 91% Medium

GPU vs publisher requirements

OTHER Apple M3 Max matches the publisher recommended GPU, so Medium to High at 1080p is a realistic target.

Minimum GPU

DirectX 11 compatible dedicated video card with 2 GB VRAM

Recommended GPU

DirectX 11 compatible dedicated video card with 4GB VRAM

Min OS: 7 64-Bit (SP1) or Windows 10 64-Bit

Min CPU: Dual-core processor 2.4 GHz (Intel Core 2 Duo, i3), 2.6 GHz (AMD Athlon or FX)

Min RAM: 6 GB RAM

Min storage: 13 GB HD space

Bottleneck & smoothness

CPU · Moderate

Your GPU is ahead of your CPU. CPU-bound scenes (simulation, streaming, open worlds) may limit frame rates.

GPU load88%
CPU load (typical mid-range)87%

Playability

Excellent

Smoothness

HIGH

Avg frame time

11.85 ms

Suggested target

60 FPS

What to expect

Natural Selection 2 on OTHER Apple M3 Max should feel smooth at 1080p Medium, with 1% lows near 56 FPS. 1440p Medium is around 49 FPS, and 4K Medium around 30 FPS.

We score OTHER Apple M3 Max (85) against this title’s demand, then estimate average FPS, 1% lows, GPU load, and stutter risk. Real FPS still moves with drivers, patches, and scene complexity — treat this as a planning report, not a lab benchmark.

Settings optimizer

Aim for ~60 FPS: High at 1080p is a strong balance.

Resolution 1080p
Anti Aliasing TAA
Texture Quality High
Shadow Quality Medium
Effects Medium
Motion Blur Off
View Distance High

Upgrade path

OTHER Apple M3 Max is a workable GPU for Natural Selection 2 at 1080p. Spend upgrades on VRAM or a newer generation only if you want 1440p/4K or Ultra presets.

Personal PC check

This page is game plus GPU only. Add your CPU and RAM on the full check for a private, noindex result.

FAQ

Can I run Natural Selection 2 on OTHER Apple M3 Max?

This GPU should run the game well at 1080p Medium. OTHER Apple M3 Max matches the publisher recommended GPU (DirectX 11 compatible dedicated video card with 4GB VRAM). This public estimate is game plus GPU only. A weaker CPU or 8 GB of RAM can drop FPS further.

What settings should I use on OTHER Apple M3 Max?

Aim for ~60 FPS: High at 1080p is a strong balance.

Will OTHER Apple M3 Max hit 60 FPS in Natural Selection 2?

Yes at 1080p Medium in this model (~84 FPS). Watch 1% lows (56) if you want competitive smoothness.

Does this page include my CPU and RAM?

No. This URL is game plus GPU so it can be indexed. For a personal CPU/RAM result use the full PC check — that page stays noindex.

How accurate is this Natural Selection 2 GPU estimate?

We score OTHER Apple M3 Max (85) against this title’s demand, then estimate average FPS, 1% lows, GPU load, and stutter risk. Real FPS still moves with drivers, patches, and scene complexity — treat this as a planning report, not a lab benchmark.