Can I Run How to Survive?
Eko Software · 2014
“A real Gem” – Destructoid at E3 “Offers a different experience for zombie game veterans” – Co-Optimus“Has a lot more going for it than smashing brains and gory, red goo ...
Can You Run How to Survive?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against How to Survive’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run How to Survive — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Ati 5700 series/NVIDIA GeForce GT240 or equivalent | Ati 5700 series/NVIDIA GeForce GT240 or equivalent |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core 2 Duo or better | Intel Core 2 Duo or better |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows XP | Windows 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? →How to Survive is a demanding action game from 2014. 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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How to Survive System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for How to Survive, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo or better |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Ati 5700 series/NVIDIA GeForce GT240 or equivalent |
| Storage | 7 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows XP Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo or better Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Ati 5700 series/NVIDIA GeForce GT240 or equivalent Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
How to Survive — FAQ
Can I run How to Survive?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in How to Survive. 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 How to Survive?+
How to Survive needs at least a Intel Core 2 Duo or better processor, a Ati 5700 series/NVIDIA GeForce GT240 or equivalent graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 7 GB available space of storage, running Windows XP.
Can How to Survive run without a graphics card?+
No — How to Survive is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Ati 5700 series/NVIDIA GeForce GT240 or equivalent).
How much RAM does How to Survive need?+
How to Survive officially requires a minimum of 4GB 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.