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Civilization VII System Requirements

Developed by Firaxis Games • Release Year: 2025

Check PC system requirements and hardware benchmarks for Civilization VII. System Requirements Specification Specification Minimum Recommended Ultra / 4K Target 1080p @ 30 FPS, Low Settings 1440p @ 60 FPS, High Settings 4K @ 120 FPS Huge Map Late Turn Processing OS Windows 10 / 11 64-bit Windows 11 64-bit Windows 11 64-bit Processor (CPU) […]

Hardware Requirements Specification (Verified)

Minimum Requirements Entry
Target: 1080p @ 30 FPS, Low Settings
OSWindows 10 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i3-10100 or AMD Ryzen 3 3200G
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 550
Memory8 GB GB RAM
Storage20 GB SSD
DirectXDirectX 12
Recommended Requirements Sweet Spot
Target: 1440p @ 60 FPS, High Settings
OSWindows 10 / 11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i5-12400F or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB or AMD Radeon RX 6600 8GB
Memory16 GB GB RAM
Storage20 GB SSD
DirectXDirectX 12
Ultra / 4K / Ray Tracing Max
Target: 4K @ 120 FPS Huge Map Late Turn Processing
OSWindows 11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i7-14700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super or RX 7900 XT
Memory32 GB DDR5 GB RAM
Storage20 GB NVMe SSD
DirectXDirectX 12 Ultimate

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Frequently Asked Questions — Civilization VII

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

What is the minimum RAM required for Civilization VII?

Civilization VII requires a minimum of 8 GB GB of RAM to run. For optimal, stutter-free performance during intense gameplay, 16 GB GB of RAM is recommended.

What CPU is needed to run Civilization VII?

The minimum processor required for Civilization VII is an Intel Core i3-10100 or AMD Ryzen 3 3200G. To achieve a smooth 60 FPS experience at higher settings, an Intel Core i5-12400F or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or higher is recommended.

What graphics card (GPU) do I need for Civilization VII?

The minimum graphics card needed to run Civilization VII is an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 550. For smooth 60 FPS gameplay at 1080p or 1440p high settings, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB or AMD Radeon RX 6600 8GB is recommended. For 4K resolution and Ray Tracing, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super or RX 7900 XT is recommended.

How much storage space does Civilization VII require?

Civilization VII requires 20 GB SSD 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 Civilization VII on Windows 10 or Windows 11?

Yes, Civilization VII 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 Civilization VII at 60 FPS?

To play Civilization VII at a consistent 60+ FPS at 1080p/1440p, your PC should meet or exceed the recommended specs: Intel Core i5-12400F or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB or AMD Radeon RX 6600 8GB, 16 GB GB RAM, and SSD storage.