Can I Run X-COM: UFO Defense?
MicroProse Software, Inc · 2008
You are in control of X-COM: an organization formed by the world's governments to fight the ever-increasing alien menace.
Can You Run X-COM: UFO Defense?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against X-COM: UFO Defense’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run X-COM: UFO Defense — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | — | — |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | 80386 processor or better | 80386 processor or better |
| RAM | 16 GB | — | — |
| OS | Windows 11 | Microsoft® 2000/XP/Vista® | Microsoft® 2000/XP/Vista® |
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? →X-COM: UFO Defense is a moderately demanding strategy game from 2008. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 120 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 54 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 228 FPS. Most gaming PCs from the last several years should handle it comfortably.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~50–60 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~110–130 FPS
Great
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~205–250 FPS
Excellent
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X-COM: UFO Defense System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for X-COM: UFO Defense, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Microsoft® 2000/XP/Vista® |
| Processor | 80386 processor or better |
| Memory | 4Mb RAM Sound Cards Supported: AdLib compatible cards, SoundBlaster compatible cards and the Roland LAPC-1. |
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Minimum
Supported OS: Microsoft® 2000/XP/Vista® Processor: 80386 processor or better Memory: 4Mb RAM Sound Cards Supported: AdLib compatible cards, SoundBlaster compatible cards and the Roland LAPC-1.
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
X-COM: UFO Defense — FAQ
Can I run X-COM: UFO Defense?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 120 FPS at 1080p in X-COM: UFO Defense. Budget GPUs get about 54 FPS and high-end GPUs around 228 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 X-COM: UFO Defense?+
X-COM: UFO Defense needs at least a 80386 processor or better processor, running Microsoft® 2000/XP/Vista®.
Can X-COM: UFO Defense run without a graphics card?+
No — X-COM: UFO Defense is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU.
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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.