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Can I Run Frostpunk?

11 bit studios · 2018

Frostpunk is the first society survival game. As the ruler of the last city on Earth, it is your duty to manage both its citizens and infrastructure. What decisions will you make to ensure your society's survival? What will you do when pushed to breaking point?

Can You Run Frostpunk?

Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Frostpunk’s official minimum and recommended requirements.

Your PC

You can run Frostpunk — and then some

Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.

ComponentYour PCMinimumRecommended
GPUGeForce RTX 4060GeForce GTX 660, Radeon R7 370 or equivalent with 2 GB of video RAMGeForce 970, Radeon RX 580 or equivalent with 4GB of video RAM
CPUCore i5-134003.2 GHz Dual Core Processor3.2 GHz Quad Core Processor
RAM16 GB4 GB8 GB
OSWindows 11Windows 7/8/10 64-bitWindows 7/8/10 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? →

Frostpunk is a demanding simulation game from 2018. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 92 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 42 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 175 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.

Budget GPU

GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT

~38–46 FPS

Low Performance

Mid-range GPU

RTX 4060 / RX 7600

~85–100 FPS

Playable

High-end GPU

RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX

~160–195 FPS

Excellent

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Frostpunk System Requirements

The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Frostpunk, component by component.

ComponentMinimumRecommended
OSWindows 7/8/10 64-bitWindows 7/8/10 64-bit
Processor3.2 GHz Dual Core Processor3.2 GHz Quad Core Processor
Memory4 GB RAM8 GB RAM
GraphicsGeForce GTX 660, Radeon R7 370 or equivalent with 2 GB of video RAMGeForce 970, Radeon RX 580 or equivalent with 4GB of video RAM
DirectXVersion 11Version 11
Storage8 GB available space8 GB available space
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Minimum

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7/8/10 64-bit Processor: 3.2 GHz Dual Core Processor Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 660, Radeon R7 370 or equivalent with 2 GB of video RAM DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 8 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible Additional Notes: Please make sure that you have the latest VC package installed, and - if you're using Windows 7 or 8 - that you have the KB4019990 update applied.

Recommended

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7/8/10 64-bit Processor: 3.2 GHz Quad Core Processor Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce 970, Radeon RX 580 or equivalent with 4GB of video RAM DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 8 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible Additional Notes: Please make sure that you have the latest VC package installed, and - if you're using Windows 7 or 8 - that you have the KB4019990 update applied.

Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.

Frostpunk — FAQ

Can I run Frostpunk?+

On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 92 FPS at 1080p in Frostpunk. Budget GPUs get about 42 FPS and high-end GPUs around 175 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 Frostpunk?+

Frostpunk needs at least a 3.2 GHz Dual Core Processor processor, a GeForce GTX 660, Radeon R7 370 or equivalent with 2 GB of video RAM graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 8 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7/8/10 64-bit.

Can Frostpunk run without a graphics card?+

No — Frostpunk is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: GeForce GTX 660, Radeon R7 370 or equivalent with 2 GB of video RAM).

How much RAM does Frostpunk need?+

Frostpunk 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.