Can I Run Prey?
Arkane Studios · 2017
In Prey, you awaken aboard Talos I, a space station orbiting the moon in the year 2032. You are the key subject of an experiment meant to alter humanity forever – but things have gone terribly wrong. The space station has been overrun by hostile aliens and you are now being hunted.
Can You Run Prey?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Prey’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Prey — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | GTX 660 2GB, AMD Radeon 7850 2GB | GTX 970 4GB, AMD R9 290 4GB |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel i5-2400, AMD FX-8320 | Intel i7-2600K, AMD FX-8350 |
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit versions) | Windows 7/8/10 (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? →Prey is a demanding action game from 2017. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 85 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 38 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 161 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~34–42 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~75–95 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~145–175 FPS
Excellent
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Prey System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Prey, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit versions) | Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit versions) |
| Processor | Intel i5-2400, AMD FX-8320 | Intel i7-2600K, AMD FX-8350 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GTX 660 2GB, AMD Radeon 7850 2GB | GTX 970 4GB, AMD R9 290 4GB |
| Storage | 20 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
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Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit versions) Processor: Intel i5-2400, AMD FX-8320 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GTX 660 2GB, AMD Radeon 7850 2GB Storage: 20 GB available space
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit versions) Processor: Intel i7-2600K, AMD FX-8350 Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: GTX 970 4GB, AMD R9 290 4GB Storage: 20 GB available space
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Prey — FAQ
Can I run Prey?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 85 FPS at 1080p in Prey. Budget GPUs get about 38 FPS and high-end GPUs around 161 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 Prey?+
Prey needs at least a Intel i5-2400, AMD FX-8320 processor, a GTX 660 2GB, AMD Radeon 7850 2GB graphics card, 8GB of RAM, 20 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit versions).
Can Prey run without a graphics card?+
No — Prey is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: GTX 660 2GB, AMD Radeon 7850 2GB).
How much RAM does Prey need?+
Prey officially requires a minimum of 8GB of RAM, with 16GB 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.