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Can I Run Terraria?

Re-Logic · 2011

Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!

Can You Run Terraria?

Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Terraria’s official minimum and recommended requirements.

Your PC

You can run Terraria — and then some

Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.

ComponentYour PCMinimumRecommended
GPUGeForce RTX 4060128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ DirectX®: 9.0c or Greater256mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ DirectX®: 9.0c or Greater
CPUCore i5-134002.0 GhzDual Core 3.0 Ghz
RAM16 GB5 GB4 GB
OSWindows 11Windows Xp, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10Windows 7, 8/8.1, 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? →

Terraria is a demanding action game from 2011. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 81 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 36 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 154 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.

Budget GPU

GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT

~32–40 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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Terraria System Requirements

The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Terraria, component by component.

ComponentMinimumRecommended
OSWindows Xp, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10Windows 7, 8/8.1, 10
Processor2.0 GhzDual Core 3.0 Ghz
Memory2.5GB4GB
Graphics128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ DirectX®: 9.0c or Greater256mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ DirectX®: 9.0c or Greater
Storage200MB200MB
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Minimum

REQUIRED OS: Windows Xp, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10 Processor: 2.0 Ghz Memory: 2.5GB Hard Disk Space: 200MB Video Card: 128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ DirectX®: 9.0c or Greater

Recommended

RECOMMENDED OS: Windows 7, 8/8.1, 10 Processor: Dual Core 3.0 Ghz Memory: 4GB Hard Disk Space: 200MB Video Card: 256mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ DirectX®: 9.0c or Greater

Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.

Terraria — FAQ

Can I run Terraria?+

On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in Terraria. Budget GPUs get about 36 FPS and high-end GPUs around 154 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 Terraria?+

Terraria needs at least a 2.0 Ghz processor, a 128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ DirectX®: 9.0c or Greater graphics card, 5GB of RAM, 200MB of storage, running Windows Xp, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10.

Can Terraria run without a graphics card?+

No — Terraria is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: 128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ DirectX®: 9.0c or Greater).

How much RAM does Terraria need?+

Terraria officially requires a minimum of 5GB 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.