Can I Run Alien: Isolation?
Creative Assembly · 2014
Discover the true meaning of fear in Alien: Isolation, a survival horror set in an atmosphere of constant dread and mortal danger.
Can You Run Alien: Isolation?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Alien: Isolation’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Alien: Isolation — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | 1GB (AMD Radeon HD 5550 or Nvidia GeForce GT 430) | 2GB (AMD GPU: AMD Radeon R9 200 Series or Nvidia GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX660) |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | 3.16Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 | AMD: Phenom II X4 955 - 4 Core, 3.2 GHz or Intel: Core 2 Quad Q9650 - 4 Core, 3.0 GHz |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7 (32bit) | Windows 7 (64bit) |
Verdict compares your components against the game’s published requirements using our GPU/CPU benchmark database. Estimates — real performance varies with drivers, settings and cooling.
Estimated FPS at 1080p
GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEEstimated using the GamerSpecs performance model. Actual FPS may vary depending on drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.How is this calculated? →Alien: Isolation is a demanding action game from 2014. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 91 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 41 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 173 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~36–46 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~80–100 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~155–190 FPS
Excellent
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Alien: Isolation System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Alien: Isolation, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 (32bit) | Windows 7 (64bit) |
| Processor | 3.16Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 | AMD: Phenom II X4 955 - 4 Core, 3.2 GHz or Intel: Core 2 Quad Q9650 - 4 Core, 3.0 GHz |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 1GB (AMD Radeon HD 5550 or Nvidia GeForce GT 430) | 2GB (AMD GPU: AMD Radeon R9 200 Series or Nvidia GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX660) |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 35 GB available space | 35 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 7 (32bit) Processor: 3.16Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: 1GB (AMD Radeon HD 5550 or Nvidia GeForce GT 430) DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 35 GB available space Additional Notes: Microsoft no longer supports Windows 10 or older versions
Recommended
OS *: Windows 7 (64bit) Processor: AMD: Phenom II X4 955 - 4 Core, 3.2 GHz or Intel: Core 2 Quad Q9650 - 4 Core, 3.0 GHz Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: 2GB (AMD GPU: AMD Radeon R9 200 Series or Nvidia GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX660) DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 35 GB available space Additional Notes: Microsoft no longer supports Windows 10 or older versions
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Alien: Isolation — FAQ
Can I run Alien: Isolation?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 91 FPS at 1080p in Alien: Isolation. Budget GPUs get about 41 FPS and high-end GPUs around 173 FPS. Use the checker on this page to test your exact CPU, GPU, RAM and OS against the official requirements.
What are the minimum system requirements for Alien: Isolation?+
Alien: Isolation needs at least a 3.16Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 processor, a 1GB (AMD Radeon HD 5550 or Nvidia GeForce GT 430) graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 35 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7 (32bit).
Can Alien: Isolation run without a graphics card?+
No — Alien: Isolation is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: 1GB (AMD Radeon HD 5550 or Nvidia GeForce GT 430)).
How much RAM does Alien: Isolation need?+
Alien: Isolation officially requires a minimum of 4GB of RAM, with 8GB recommended for smooth performance. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.
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FPS values displayed on GamerSpecs are estimates. Actual game performance may vary depending on hardware configuration, drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.