Can I Run NBA 2K21?
Visual Concepts · 2020
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Can You Run NBA 2K21?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against NBA 2K21’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run NBA 2K21 — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 450 1GB / ATI® Radeon™ HD 7770 1GB or better | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 770 2GB / ATI® Radeon™ R9 270 2GB or better |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel® Core™ i3-2100 @ 3.10 GHz / AMD FX-4100 @ 3.60 GHz or better | Intel® Core™ i5-4430 @ 3 GHz / AMD FX-8370 @ 3.4 GHz or better |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 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? →NBA 2K21 is a demanding simulation game from 2020. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 86 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 39 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 163 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~36–42 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~75–95 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~145–180 FPS
Excellent
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NBA 2K21 System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for NBA 2K21, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i3-2100 @ 3.10 GHz / AMD FX-4100 @ 3.60 GHz or better | Intel® Core™ i5-4430 @ 3 GHz / AMD FX-8370 @ 3.4 GHz or better |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 450 1GB / ATI® Radeon™ HD 7770 1GB or better | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 770 2GB / ATI® Radeon™ R9 270 2GB or better |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 110 GB available space | 110 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel® Core™ i3-2100 @ 3.10 GHz / AMD FX-4100 @ 3.60 GHz or better Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 450 1GB / ATI® Radeon™ HD 7770 1GB or better DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 110 GB available space Sound Card: Directx 9.0x Additional Notes: Dual-analog Gamepad recommended. Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include DirectX and Visual C++ Redistributable 2012. In o
Recommended
OS *: Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-4430 @ 3 GHz / AMD FX-8370 @ 3.4 GHz or better Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 770 2GB / ATI® Radeon™ R9 270 2GB or better DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 110 GB available space Sound Card: Directx 9.0c Additional Notes: Dual-analog Gamepad recommended. Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include DirectX and Visual C++ Redistributable 2012. In order
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
NBA 2K21 — FAQ
Can I run NBA 2K21?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 86 FPS at 1080p in NBA 2K21. Budget GPUs get about 39 FPS and high-end GPUs around 163 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 NBA 2K21?+
NBA 2K21 needs at least a Intel® Core™ i3-2100 @ 3.10 GHz / AMD FX-4100 @ 3.60 GHz or better processor, a NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 450 1GB / ATI® Radeon™ HD 7770 1GB or better graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 110 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit.
Can NBA 2K21 run without a graphics card?+
No — NBA 2K21 is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 450 1GB / ATI® Radeon™ HD 7770 1GB or better).
How much RAM does NBA 2K21 need?+
NBA 2K21 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.