Can I Run The Last of Us™ Part I?
Naughty Dog LLC · 2023
Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™.
Can You Run The Last of Us™ Part I?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against The Last of Us™ Part I’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run The Last of Us™ Part I — 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 470 (4 GB), AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT (4 GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4 GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB) | AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8 GB), AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT (8 GB), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER (8 GB), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (8 GB) |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, Intel Core i7-4770K | AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, Intel Core i7-8700 |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 10 (Version 1909 or Newer) | Windows 10 (Version 1909 or Newer) |
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
The Last of Us™ Part I is a extremely demanding action game from 2023. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 62 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 28 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 118 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
28 FPS
Not Recommended
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
62 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
118 FPS
Great
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Check My PC →The Last of Us™ Part I System Requirements
Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 (Version 1909 or Newer) Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, Intel Core i7-4770K Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 470 (4 GB), AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT (4 GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4 GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB) Storage: 100 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD Recommended
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 (Version 1909 or Newer) Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, Intel Core i7-8700 Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8 GB), AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT (8 GB), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER (8 GB), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (8 GB) Storage: 100 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD Recommended
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
The Last of Us™ Part I — FAQ
Can I run The Last of Us™ Part I?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 62 FPS at 1080p in The Last of Us™ Part I. Budget GPUs get about 28 FPS and high-end GPUs around 118 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 Last of Us™ Part I?+
The Last of Us™ Part I needs at least a AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, Intel Core i7-4770K processor, a AMD Radeon RX 470 (4 GB), AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT (4 GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4 GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB) graphics card, 16GB of RAM, 100 GB available space of storage, running Windows 10 (Version 1909 or Newer).
Can The Last of Us™ Part I run without a graphics card?+
No — The Last of Us™ Part I is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: AMD Radeon RX 470 (4 GB), AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT (4 GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4 GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB)).
How much RAM does The Last of Us™ Part I need?+
The Last of Us™ Part I 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.