Can I Run No Man's Sky?
Hello Games · 2016
No Man's Sky is a game about exploration and survival in an infinite procedurally generated universe.
Can You Run No Man's Sky?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against No Man's Sky’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run No Man's Sky — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Nvidia GTX 1060 3GB, AMD RX 470 4GB, Intel UHD graphics 630 | — |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core i3 | — |
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | — |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 10/11 (64-bit versions) | — |
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? →No Man's Sky is a demanding action game from 2016. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 88 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 40 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 168 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~36–44 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~80–95 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~150–185 FPS
Excellent
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No Man's Sky System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for No Man's Sky, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10/11 (64-bit versions) |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 1060 3GB, AMD RX 470 4GB, Intel UHD graphics 630 |
| Storage | 15 GB available space |
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Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit versions) Processor: Intel Core i3 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1060 3GB, AMD RX 470 4GB, Intel UHD graphics 630 Storage: 15 GB available space VR Support: SteamVR
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
No Man's Sky — FAQ
Can I run No Man's Sky?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 88 FPS at 1080p in No Man's Sky. Budget GPUs get about 40 FPS and high-end GPUs around 168 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 No Man's Sky?+
No Man's Sky needs at least a Intel Core i3 processor, a Nvidia GTX 1060 3GB, AMD RX 470 4GB, Intel UHD graphics 630 graphics card, 8GB of RAM, 15 GB available space of storage, running Windows 10/11 (64-bit versions).
Can No Man's Sky run without a graphics card?+
No — No Man's Sky is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Nvidia GTX 1060 3GB, AMD RX 470 4GB, Intel UHD graphics 630).
How much RAM does No Man's Sky need?+
No Man's Sky officially requires a minimum of 8GB 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.