PC requirements
XCOM: Enemy Within System Requirements
XCOM: Enemy Within needs at least 2 GHz Dual Core (Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz or Athlon X2 2.7 GHz) CPU, 2 GB RAM and 256 MB Video Memory NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT / ATI Radeon HD 2600 XT or greater graphics. For the recommended experience you want 2.4 GHz Quad Core CPU, 4 GB RAM and 512MB Video Memory ATI Radeon HD 3000 Series/NVIDIA GeForce 9000 Series or greater graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows Vista or later | Windows 7 |
| Processor | 2 GHz Dual Core (Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz or Athlon X2 2.7 GHz) CPU | 2.4 GHz Quad Core CPU |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 256 MB Video Memory NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT / ATI Radeon HD 2600 XT or greater | 512MB Video Memory ATI Radeon HD 3000 Series/NVIDIA GeForce 9000 Series or greater |
| Storage | 20 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
| Additional notes | DirectX compatible sound card | DirectX compatible sound card |
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Quick answers
Running XCOM: Enemy Within on PC
Can my PC run XCOM: Enemy Within?
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 XCOM: Enemy Within need?
20 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.