Can I Run Starfield?
Bethesda Game Studios · 2023
Starfield is the first new universe in 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4.
Can You Run Starfield?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Starfield’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Starfield — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | AMD Radeon RX 5700, NVIDIA GeForce 1070 Ti | AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, Intel Core i7-6800K | AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, Intel i5-10600K |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 10 version 21H1 (10.0.19043) | Windows 10/11 with updates |
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? →Starfield is a extremely demanding rpg game from 2023. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 65 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 29 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 123 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~26–32 FPS
Not Recommended
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~60–70 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~110–135 FPS
Great
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Starfield System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Starfield, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 version 21H1 (10.0.19043) | Windows 10/11 with updates |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, Intel Core i7-6800K | AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, Intel i5-10600K |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon RX 5700, NVIDIA GeForce 1070 Ti | AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 125 GB available space | 125 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS: Windows 10 version 21H1 (10.0.19043) Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, Intel Core i7-6800K Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700, NVIDIA GeForce 1070 Ti DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 125 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD Required
Recommended
OS: Windows 10/11 with updates Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, Intel i5-10600K Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 DirectX: Version 12 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 125 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD Required
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Starfield — FAQ
Can I run Starfield?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 65 FPS at 1080p in Starfield. Budget GPUs get about 29 FPS and high-end GPUs around 123 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 Starfield?+
Starfield needs at least a AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, Intel Core i7-6800K processor, a AMD Radeon RX 5700, NVIDIA GeForce 1070 Ti graphics card, 16GB of RAM, 125 GB available space of storage, running Windows 10 version 21H1 (10.0.19043).
Can Starfield run without a graphics card?+
No — Starfield is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: AMD Radeon RX 5700, NVIDIA GeForce 1070 Ti).
How much RAM does Starfield need?+
Starfield officially requires a minimum of 16GB of RAM. 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.