Can I Run Grim Dawn?
Crate Entertainment · 2016
Enter an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, iron is valued above gold and trust is hard earned. This ARPG features complex character development, hundreds of unique items, crafting and quests with choice & consequence.
Can You Run Grim Dawn?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Grim Dawn’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Grim Dawn — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 6800 series or ATI Radeon X800 series or better | 1.5GB NVIDIA GeForce 500 series or ATI Radeon 6000 series or better |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | x86 compatible 2.3GHz or faster processor (Intel 2nd generation core i-series or equivalent) | x86 compatible 3.2GHz or faster processor (Intel 4th generation core i-series or better) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 2 GB | 6 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10 | Windows 7 / Windows 10 |
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? →Grim Dawn is a demanding action game from 2016. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 79 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 36 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 150 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
~70–85 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~135–165 FPS
Excellent
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Grim Dawn System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Grim Dawn, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10 | Windows 7 / Windows 10 |
| Processor | x86 compatible 2.3GHz or faster processor (Intel 2nd generation core i-series or equivalent) | x86 compatible 3.2GHz or faster processor (Intel 4th generation core i-series or better) |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 6800 series or ATI Radeon X800 series or better | 1.5GB NVIDIA GeForce 500 series or ATI Radeon 6000 series or better |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | Version 11 |
| Storage | 5 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10 Processor: x86 compatible 2.3GHz or faster processor (Intel 2nd generation core i-series or equivalent) Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 6800 series or ATI Radeon X800 series or better DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible 16-bit sound card Additional Notes: 4GB of memory is required to host multiplayer games
Recommended
OS *: Windows 7 / Windows 10 Processor: x86 compatible 3.2GHz or faster processor (Intel 4th generation core i-series or better) Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: 1.5GB NVIDIA GeForce 500 series or ATI Radeon 6000 series or better DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 5 GB available space
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Grim Dawn — FAQ
Can I run Grim Dawn?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 79 FPS at 1080p in Grim Dawn. Budget GPUs get about 36 FPS and high-end GPUs around 150 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 Grim Dawn?+
Grim Dawn needs at least a x86 compatible 2.3GHz or faster processor (Intel 2nd generation core i-series or equivalent) processor, a 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 6800 series or ATI Radeon X800 series or better graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 5 GB available space of storage, running Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10.
Can Grim Dawn run without a graphics card?+
No — Grim Dawn is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 6800 series or ATI Radeon X800 series or better).
How much RAM does Grim Dawn need?+
Grim Dawn officially requires a minimum of 2GB of RAM, with 6GB 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.