PC requirements
Fallout 76 System Requirements
Fallout 76 needs at least Intel Core i5-6600k 3.5 GHz /AMD Ryzen 3 1300X 3.5 GHz or equivalent, 8 GB RAM and NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB /AMD Radeon R9 285 2GB or equivalent graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core i7-4790 3.6 GHz /AMD Ryzen 5 1500X 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM and NVIDIA GTX 970 4GB /AMD R9 290X 4GB graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 8.1/10 (64-bit versions) | Windows 8.1/10 (64-bit versions) |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6600k 3.5 GHz /AMD Ryzen 3 1300X 3.5 GHz or equivalent | Intel Core i7-4790 3.6 GHz /AMD Ryzen 5 1500X 3.5 GHz |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB /AMD Radeon R9 285 2GB or equivalent | NVIDIA GTX 970 4GB /AMD R9 290X 4GB |
| Storage | 96 GB available space | 96 GB available space |
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Quick answers
Running Fallout 76 on PC
Can my PC run Fallout 76?
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 Fallout 76 need?
96 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.