PC requirements
F1 2016 System Requirements
F1 2016 needs at least Intel Core i3 530 or AMD FX 4100, 8 GB RAM and Nvidia GTX 460 or AMD HD 5870 graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core i5 4690 or AMD FX 8320, 8 GB RAM and Nvidia GTX 980 or AMD R9 Fury graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 64bit Versions of Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 | 64bit Versions of Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 530 or AMD FX 4100 | Intel Core i5 4690 or AMD FX 8320 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 460 or AMD HD 5870 | Nvidia GTX 980 or AMD R9 Fury |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 30 GB available space | 30 GB available space |
| Additional notes | DirectX Compatible Soundcard | DirectX Compatible Soundcard |
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Other platforms
F1 2016 is also available on these systems, where hardware is fixed and no per-PC check is needed:
Quick answers
Running F1 2016 on PC
Can my PC run F1 2016?
Compare your CPU, GPU and RAM against the minimum column below. If your parts match or beat every minimum row, the game will launch — though you may need to lower settings. Matching the recommended column is what gets you 60fps at 1080p.
How much storage does F1 2016 need?
30 GB available space
What is the difference between minimum and recommended specs?
Minimum means the game starts and is playable, usually at 30fps on low settings at 1080p. Recommended is the developer's target for a smooth 60fps experience at high settings.