Can I Run Fallout: New Vegas?
Obsidian Entertainment · 2010
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Can You Run Fallout: New Vegas?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Fallout: New Vegas’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Fallout: New Vegas — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | NVIDIA GeForce 6 series, ATI 1300XT series | NVIDIA GeForce 6 series, ATI 1300XT series |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Dual Core 2.0GHz | Dual Core 2.0GHz |
| RAM | 16 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7/Vista/XP | Windows 7/Vista/XP |
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? →Fallout: New Vegas is a demanding action game from 2010. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 81 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 36 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 154 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~32–40 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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Fallout: New Vegas System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Fallout: New Vegas, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7/Vista/XP |
| Processor | Dual Core 2.0GHz |
| Memory | 2GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce 6 series, ATI 1300XT series |
| Storage | 10GB free space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 7/Vista/XP Processor: Dual Core 2.0GHz Memory: 2GB RAM Hard Disk Space: 10GB free space Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce 6 series, ATI 1300XT series
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Fallout: New Vegas — FAQ
Can I run Fallout: New Vegas?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in Fallout: New Vegas. Budget GPUs get about 36 FPS and high-end GPUs around 154 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 Fallout: New Vegas?+
Fallout: New Vegas needs at least a Dual Core 2.0GHz processor, a NVIDIA GeForce 6 series, ATI 1300XT series graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 10GB free space of storage, running Windows 7/Vista/XP.
Can Fallout: New Vegas run without a graphics card?+
No — Fallout: New Vegas is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: NVIDIA GeForce 6 series, ATI 1300XT series).
How much RAM does Fallout: New Vegas need?+
Fallout: New Vegas officially requires a minimum of 2GB 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.