Can I Run Project CARS 2?
Slightly Mad Studios · 2017
THE ULTIMATE DRIVER JOURNEY! Project CARS 2 delivers the soul of motor racing in the world’s most beautiful, authentic, and technically-advanced racing game.
Can You Run Project CARS 2?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Project CARS 2’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Project CARS 2 — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | GTX680 or equivalent | NVidia GTX 1080 or AMD Radeon RX480 |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | 3.5 GHz Intel Core i5 3450, 4.0 GHz AMD FX-8350 | Intel i7 6700k |
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 10 (+ specific versions of 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? →Project CARS 2 is a demanding racing game from 2017. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 90 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 40 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 170 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
~80–100 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~155–185 FPS
Excellent
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Project CARS 2 System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Project CARS 2, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 (+ specific versions of 7) | Windows 10 |
| Processor | 3.5 GHz Intel Core i5 3450, 4.0 GHz AMD FX-8350 | Intel i7 6700k |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GTX680 or equivalent | NVidia GTX 1080 or AMD Radeon RX480 |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 50 GB available space | 50 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 10 (+ specific versions of 7) Processor: 3.5 GHz Intel Core i5 3450, 4.0 GHz AMD FX-8350 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GTX680 or equivalent DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 50 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
Recommended
OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel i7 6700k Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVidia GTX 1080 or AMD Radeon RX480 DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 50 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Project CARS 2 — FAQ
Can I run Project CARS 2?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 90 FPS at 1080p in Project CARS 2. Budget GPUs get about 40 FPS and high-end GPUs around 170 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 Project CARS 2?+
Project CARS 2 needs at least a 3.5 GHz Intel Core i5 3450, 4.0 GHz AMD FX-8350 processor, a GTX680 or equivalent graphics card, 8GB of RAM, 50 GB available space of storage, running Windows 10 (+ specific versions of 7).
Can Project CARS 2 run without a graphics card?+
No — Project CARS 2 is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: GTX680 or equivalent).
How much RAM does Project CARS 2 need?+
Project CARS 2 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.