Can I Run The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?
Bethesda Game Studios · 2016
Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning detail. The Special Edition includes the critically acclaimed game and add-ons with all-new features.
Can You Run The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special 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 470 1GB /AMD HD 7870 2GB | NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB /AMD R9 290 4GB |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel i5-750/AMD Phenom II X4-945 | Intel i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 |
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version) | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version) |
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? →The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is a demanding rpg game from 2016. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 79 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 36 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 150 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
~70–85 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~135–165 FPS
Excellent
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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version) | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version) |
| Processor | Intel i5-750/AMD Phenom II X4-945 | Intel i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 470 1GB /AMD HD 7870 2GB | NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB /AMD R9 290 4GB |
| Storage | 12 GB available space | 12 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version) Processor: Intel i5-750/AMD Phenom II X4-945 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 470 1GB /AMD HD 7870 2GB Storage: 12 GB available space
Recommended
OS *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version) Processor: Intel i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB /AMD R9 290 4GB Storage: 12 GB available space
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition — FAQ
Can I run The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 79 FPS at 1080p in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition. Budget GPUs get about 36 FPS and high-end GPUs around 150 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 The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?+
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition needs at least a Intel i5-750/AMD Phenom II X4-945 processor, a NVIDIA GTX 470 1GB /AMD HD 7870 2GB graphics card, 8GB of RAM, 12 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version).
Can The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition run without a graphics card?+
No — The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: NVIDIA GTX 470 1GB /AMD HD 7870 2GB).
How much RAM does The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition need?+
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition officially requires a minimum of 8GB 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.