Can I Run Hogwarts Legacy?
Avalanche Software · 2023
Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG. Now you can take control of the action and be at the center of your own adventure in the wizarding world.
Can You Run Hogwarts Legacy?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Hogwarts Legacy’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Hogwarts Legacy — 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 960 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 470 4GB | NVIDIA GeForce 1080 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or INTEL Arc A770 |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core i5-6600 (3.3Ghz) or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 (3.2Ghz) | Intel Core i7-8700 (3.2Ghz) or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (3.6 Ghz) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | 64-bit Windows 10 | 64-bit 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? →Hogwarts Legacy is a extremely demanding action game from 2023. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 65 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 29 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 123 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~26–32 FPS
Not Recommended
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~60–70 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~110–135 FPS
Great
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Hogwarts Legacy System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Hogwarts Legacy, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | 64-bit Windows 10 | 64-bit Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6600 (3.3Ghz) or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 (3.2Ghz) | Intel Core i7-8700 (3.2Ghz) or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (3.6 Ghz) |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 470 4GB | NVIDIA GeForce 1080 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or INTEL Arc A770 |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 85 GB available space | 85 GB available space |
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Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: 64-bit Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i5-6600 (3.3Ghz) or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 (3.2Ghz) Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 470 4GB DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 85 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD (Preferred), HDD (Supported), 720p/30 fps, Low Quality Settings
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: 64-bit Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i7-8700 (3.2Ghz) or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (3.6 Ghz) Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 1080 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or INTEL Arc A770 DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 85 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD, 1080p/60 fps, High Quality Settings
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Hogwarts Legacy — FAQ
Can I run Hogwarts Legacy?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 65 FPS at 1080p in Hogwarts Legacy. Budget GPUs get about 29 FPS and high-end GPUs around 123 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 Hogwarts Legacy?+
Hogwarts Legacy needs at least a Intel Core i5-6600 (3.3Ghz) or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 (3.2Ghz) processor, a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 470 4GB graphics card, 16GB of RAM, 85 GB available space of storage, running 64-bit Windows 10.
Can Hogwarts Legacy run without a graphics card?+
No — Hogwarts Legacy is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 470 4GB).
How much RAM does Hogwarts Legacy need?+
Hogwarts Legacy officially requires a minimum of 16GB 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.