Can I Run Transistor?
Supergiant Games · 2014
Discover the world of Transistor, a sci-fi-themed action RPG from the creators of Bastion.
Can You Run Transistor?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Transistor’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Transistor — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT | 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Dual Core CPU - 2.6ghz | Dual Core CPU - 2.6ghz |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7 32-bit | Windows 7 32-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? →Transistor is a demanding action game from 2014. 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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Transistor System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Transistor, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 32-bit |
| Processor | Dual Core CPU - 2.6ghz |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT |
| Storage | 3 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 7 32-bit Processor: Dual Core CPU - 2.6ghz Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT Storage: 3 GB available space
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Transistor — FAQ
Can I run Transistor?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in Transistor. 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 Transistor?+
Transistor needs at least a Dual Core CPU - 2.6ghz processor, a 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 3 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7 32-bit.
Can Transistor run without a graphics card?+
No — Transistor is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT).
How much RAM does Transistor need?+
Transistor officially requires a minimum of 4GB 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.