Can I Run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?
KONAMI · 2015
Ushering in a new era for the METAL GEAR franchise with cutting-edge technology powered by the Fox Engine, METAL GEAR SOLID V: The Phantom Pain, will provide players a first-rate gaming experience as they are offered tactical freedom to carry out open-world missions.
Can You Run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN — 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 650 (2GB) or better (DirectX 11 card Required) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (DirectX 11 graphic card required) |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core i5-4460 (3.40 GHz) or better; Quad-core or better | Intel Core i7-4790 (3.60GHz) or better; Quad-core or better |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required) | Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required) |
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? →METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN is a demanding action game from 2015. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 91 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 41 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 173 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~36–46 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~80–100 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~155–190 FPS
Excellent
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METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required) | Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required) |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-4460 (3.40 GHz) or better; Quad-core or better | Intel Core i7-4790 (3.60GHz) or better; Quad-core or better |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (2GB) or better (DirectX 11 card Required) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (DirectX 11 graphic card required) |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 28 GB available space | 28 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS: Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required) Processor: Intel Core i5-4460 (3.40 GHz) or better; Quad-core or better Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (2GB) or better (DirectX 11 card Required) DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 28 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
Recommended
OS: Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required) Processor: Intel Core i7-4790 (3.60GHz) or better; Quad-core or better Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (DirectX 11 graphic card required) DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 28 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card (Surround Sound 5.1)
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN — FAQ
Can I run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 91 FPS at 1080p in METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN. Budget GPUs get about 41 FPS and high-end GPUs around 173 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 METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?+
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN needs at least a Intel Core i5-4460 (3.40 GHz) or better; Quad-core or better processor, a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (2GB) or better (DirectX 11 card Required) graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 28 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required).
Can METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN run without a graphics card?+
No — METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (2GB) or better (DirectX 11 card Required)).
How much RAM does METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN need?+
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN 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.