Can I Run Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?
Eidos-Montréal · 2018
As Lara Croft races to save the world from a Maya apocalypse, she must become the Tomb Raider she is destined to be.
Can You Run Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Nvidia GTX 660/GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon HD 7770 | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 8GB |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | i3-3220 INTEL or AMD Equivalent | Intel Core i7 4770K, 3.40 Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.20 Ghz |
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7 64 bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
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? →Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is a demanding action game from 2018. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 82 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 37 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 156 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~34–40 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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Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 64 bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | i3-3220 INTEL or AMD Equivalent | Intel Core i7 4770K, 3.40 Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.20 Ghz |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 660/GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon HD 7770 | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 8GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 40 GB available space | 40 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 7 64 bit Processor: i3-3220 INTEL or AMD Equivalent Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GTX 660/GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon HD 7770 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 40 GB available space
Recommended
OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i7 4770K, 3.40 Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.20 Ghz Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 8GB DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 40 GB available space
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition — FAQ
Can I run Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 82 FPS at 1080p in Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition. Budget GPUs get about 37 FPS and high-end GPUs around 156 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 Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?+
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition needs at least a i3-3220 INTEL or AMD Equivalent processor, a Nvidia GTX 660/GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon HD 7770 graphics card, 8GB of RAM, 40 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7 64 bit.
Can Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition run without a graphics card?+
No — Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Nvidia GTX 660/GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon HD 7770).
How much RAM does Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition need?+
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition 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.