Can I Run PlanetSide 2?
Rogue Planet Games · 2012
PlanetSide 2 is an all-out planetary war, where thousands of players battle as one across enormous continents. Utilize infantry, ground and air vehicles, and teamwork to destroy your enemies in this revolutionary first-person shooter on a massive scale.
Can You Run PlanetSide 2?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against PlanetSide 2’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run PlanetSide 2 — 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 480 or better | Nvidia GeForce 960 or higher / AMD R9 280X or higher |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | : Core i5-4460 or better | Intel i5 6600K or higher / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 or higher |
| RAM | 16 GB | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | 64-bit Windows 7 or later | 64-bit Windows 7 or later |
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? →PlanetSide 2 is a demanding action game from 2012. 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. It's also free to play, so testing it on your hardware costs nothing.
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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PlanetSide 2 System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for PlanetSide 2, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | 64-bit Windows 7 or later | 64-bit Windows 7 or later |
| Processor | : Core i5-4460 or better | Intel i5 6600K or higher / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 or higher |
| Memory | 6 GB RAM (64-bit) | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce GTX 480 or better | Nvidia GeForce 960 or higher / AMD R9 280X or higher |
| Storage | 20 GB HD space DirectX® : 11.0 Sound: DirectX compatible Sound Card Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection | 20 GB HD space DirectX®: 11.0 Sound: DirectX compatible Sound Card Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection |
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Minimum
OS *: 64-bit Windows 7 or later Processor: : Core i5-4460 or better Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 480 or better Memory: 6 GB RAM (64-bit) Hard Drive: 20 GB HD space DirectX® : 11.0 Sound: DirectX compatible Sound Card Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection
Recommended
OS *: 64-bit Windows 7 or later Processor: Intel i5 6600K or higher / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 or higher Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 960 or higher / AMD R9 280X or higher Memory: 8 GB RAM Hard Drive: 20 GB HD space DirectX®: 11.0 Sound: DirectX compatible Sound Card Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
PlanetSide 2 — FAQ
Can I run PlanetSide 2?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 91 FPS at 1080p in PlanetSide 2. 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 PlanetSide 2?+
PlanetSide 2 needs at least a : Core i5-4460 or better processor, a Nvidia GeForce GTX 480 or better graphics card, 6GB of RAM, 20 GB HD space DirectX® : 11.0 Sound: DirectX compatible Sound Card Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection of storage, running 64-bit Windows 7 or later.
Can PlanetSide 2 run without a graphics card?+
No — PlanetSide 2 is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Nvidia GeForce GTX 480 or better).
How much RAM does PlanetSide 2 need?+
PlanetSide 2 officially requires a minimum of 6GB 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.