Can I Run Europa Universalis IV?
Paradox Development Studio · 2013
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Can You Run Europa Universalis IV?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Europa Universalis IV’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Europa Universalis IV — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850 Video | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 560 Ti Video |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel® Core™ i3-2105 / AMD® FX 4300 | Intel® Core™ i3 3240 / AMD® FX 8120 |
| RAM | 16 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit |
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? →Europa Universalis IV is a moderately demanding simulation game from 2013. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 103 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 47 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 197 FPS. Most gaming PCs from the last several years should handle it comfortably.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~42–52 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~95–115 FPS
Great
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~175–215 FPS
Excellent
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Europa Universalis IV System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Europa Universalis IV, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i3-2105 / AMD® FX 4300 | Intel® Core™ i3 3240 / AMD® FX 8120 |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM DirectX®: 9.0c | 1 GB RAM DirectX®: 9.0c |
| Graphics | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850 Video | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 560 Ti Video |
| Storage | 6 GB HD space Sound: Direct X- compatible soundcard Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection Additional: Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer | 6 GB HD space Sound: Direct X-compatible soundcard Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection Additional: Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer |
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Minimum
OS: Windows® 10 Home 64 bit Processor: Intel® Core™ i3-2105 / AMD® FX 4300 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850 Video Memory: 1 GB RAM DirectX®: 9.0c Hard Drive: 6 GB HD space Sound: Direct X- compatible soundcard Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection Additional: Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer
Recommended
OS: Windows® 10 Home 64 bit Processor: Intel® Core™ i3 3240 / AMD® FX 8120 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 560 Ti Video Memory: 1 GB RAM DirectX®: 9.0c Hard Drive: 6 GB HD space Sound: Direct X-compatible soundcard Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection Additional: Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Europa Universalis IV — FAQ
Can I run Europa Universalis IV?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 103 FPS at 1080p in Europa Universalis IV. Budget GPUs get about 47 FPS and high-end GPUs around 197 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 Europa Universalis IV?+
Europa Universalis IV needs at least a Intel® Core™ i3-2105 / AMD® FX 4300 processor, a Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850 Video graphics card, 1GB of RAM, 6 GB HD space Sound: Direct X- compatible soundcard Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection Additional: Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Internet Connection or LAN for multiplayer of storage, running Windows® 10 Home 64 bit.
Can Europa Universalis IV run without a graphics card?+
No — Europa Universalis IV is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850 Video).
How much RAM does Europa Universalis IV need?+
Europa Universalis IV officially requires a minimum of 1GB of RAM. 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.