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Fallout 76 System Requirements

Developed by Bethesda Game Studios • Release Year: 2020

Verified official PC system requirements for Fallout 76. Benchmark targets for 1080p, 1440p, and 4K max performance.

Hardware Requirements Specification (Verified)

Minimum Requirements Entry
Target: 1080p @ 30 FPS (Low Settings)
OSWindows 10 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i3-4130 / AMD FX-6300
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (2GB) / AMD Radeon RX 560
Memory8 GB RAM
Storage80 GB (SSD Recommended)
DirectXDirectX 11
Recommended Requirements Sweet Spot
Target: 1080p / 1440p @ 60 FPS (High Settings)
OSWindows 10 / 11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super / AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT
Memory8 GB RAM
Storage80 GB (NVMe SSD)
DirectXDirectX 12
Ultra / 4K / Ray Tracing Max
Target: 4K @ 60-120 FPS (Ultra Preset / Max Fidelity)
OSWindows 11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i5-13600K / AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / RX 7800 XT
Memory32 GB RAM
Storage80 GB (PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD)
DirectXDirectX 12 Ultimate

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Frequently Asked Questions — Fallout 76

Verified quick answers to the most common PC hardware compatibility and requirement questions.

What is the minimum RAM required for Fallout 76?

Fallout 76 requires a minimum of 8 GB of RAM to run. For optimal, stutter-free performance during intense gameplay, 8 GB of RAM is recommended.

What CPU is needed to run Fallout 76?

The minimum processor required for Fallout 76 is an Intel Core i3-4130 / AMD FX-6300. To achieve a smooth 60 FPS experience at higher settings, an Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 or higher is recommended.

What graphics card (GPU) do I need for Fallout 76?

The minimum graphics card needed to run Fallout 76 is an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (2GB) / AMD Radeon RX 560. For smooth 60 FPS gameplay at 1080p or 1440p high settings, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super / AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT is recommended. For 4K resolution and Ray Tracing, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / RX 7800 XT is recommended.

How much storage space does Fallout 76 require?

Fallout 76 requires 80 GB (SSD Recommended) of available disk space. Installing the game on a high-speed Solid State Drive (SSD) is strongly recommended for faster loading times and seamless texture streaming.

Can I run Fallout 76 on Windows 10 or Windows 11?

Yes, Fallout 76 is fully compatible with Windows 10 64-bit (64-bit systems). Older 32-bit operating systems are not supported.

What PC specs do I need to run Fallout 76 at 60 FPS?

To play Fallout 76 at a consistent 60+ FPS at 1080p/1440p, your PC should meet or exceed the recommended specs: Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super / AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, 8 GB RAM, and SSD storage.