Can I Run Dead Cells?
Motion Twin · 2018
Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Can You Run Dead Cells?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Dead Cells’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Dead Cells — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Nvidia 450 GTS / Radeon HD 5750 or better | Nvidia GTX 460 / Radeon HD 7800 or better |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel i5+ | Intel i5+ |
| RAM | 16 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7+ | Windows 7+ |
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? →Dead Cells is a demanding action game from 2018. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 82 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 37 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 156 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~34–40 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~75–90 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~140–170 FPS
Excellent
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Dead Cells System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Dead Cells, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7+ | Windows 7+ |
| Processor | Intel i5+ | Intel i5+ |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia 450 GTS / Radeon HD 5750 or better | Nvidia GTX 460 / Radeon HD 7800 or better |
| Storage | 500 MB available space | 500 MB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 7+ Processor: Intel i5+ Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia 450 GTS / Radeon HD 5750 or better Storage: 500 MB available space Additional Notes: DirectX 9.1+ or OpenGL 3.2+
Recommended
OS *: Windows 7+ Processor: Intel i5+ Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GTX 460 / Radeon HD 7800 or better Storage: 500 MB available space Additional Notes: DirectX 9.1+ or OpenGL 3.2+
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Dead Cells — FAQ
Can I run Dead Cells?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 82 FPS at 1080p in Dead Cells. Budget GPUs get about 37 FPS and high-end GPUs around 156 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 Dead Cells?+
Dead Cells needs at least a Intel i5+ processor, a Nvidia 450 GTS / Radeon HD 5750 or better graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 500 MB available space of storage, running Windows 7+.
Can Dead Cells run without a graphics card?+
No — Dead Cells is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Nvidia 450 GTS / Radeon HD 5750 or better).
How much RAM does Dead Cells need?+
Dead Cells officially requires a minimum of 2GB of RAM, with 4GB 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.