Can I Run PAYDAY 2?
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PAYDAY 2 is an action-packed, four-player co-op shooter that once again lets gamers don the masks of the original PAYDAY crew - Dallas, Hoxton, Wolf and Chains - as they descend on Washington DC for an epic crime spree.
Can You Run PAYDAY 2?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against PAYDAY 2’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run PAYDAY 2 — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Nvidia AMD (512MB VRAM) | Nvidia AMD (1GB VRAM) |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | 2 GHz Intel Dual Core Processor | 2.3 GHz Intel Quad Core Processor |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7 | 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? →PAYDAY 2 is a demanding action game from 2013. 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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PAYDAY 2 System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for PAYDAY 2, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | 2 GHz Intel Dual Core Processor | 2.3 GHz Intel Quad Core Processor |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia AMD (512MB VRAM) | Nvidia AMD (1GB VRAM) |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | Version 9.0c |
| Storage | 83 GB available space | 83 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 7 Processor: 2 GHz Intel Dual Core Processor Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia AMD (512MB VRAM) DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 83 GB available space VR Support: SteamVR. Standing or Room Scale. Requires installing the free VR DLC.
Recommended
OS: Windows 10 Processor: 2.3 GHz Intel Quad Core Processor Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia AMD (1GB VRAM) DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 83 GB available space VR Support: SteamVR. Standing or Room Scale. Requires installing the free VR DLC.
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
PAYDAY 2 — FAQ
Can I run PAYDAY 2?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in PAYDAY 2. 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 PAYDAY 2?+
PAYDAY 2 needs at least a 2 GHz Intel Dual Core Processor processor, a Nvidia AMD (512MB VRAM) graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 83 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7.
Can PAYDAY 2 run without a graphics card?+
No — PAYDAY 2 is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Nvidia AMD (512MB VRAM)).
How much RAM does PAYDAY 2 need?+
PAYDAY 2 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.