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✨ Last Updated: September 1, 2026 • Engine v2.5
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📋 Official PC specifications published for Dishonored

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64-bit Required
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🎮 GPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 (768MB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 5850 (768MB VRAM) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 (1GB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 6950 (1GB VRAM) 8GB+ VRAM recommended for 1440p stutter-free textures
🧠 CPU Dual core @ 3.0 GHz or better (e.g., Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 / AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+) Quad core @ 2.4 GHz or better (e.g., Intel Core i5-750 / AMD Phenom II X4 955) 6 Cores / 12 Threads recommended for smooth 1% low FPS
💾 RAM 3 GB RAM 4 GB RAM 16GB–32GB dual-channel avoids Windows pagefile swapping
💿 Storage 9 GB Free 9 GB NVMe SSD Fast NVMe SSD eliminates shader compilation hitches
🎯 Target Experience Low Settings 720p 30 FPS High Settings 1080p 60 FPS 1440p / 4K Max Settings

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about running Dishonored on PC

What GPU do I need to run Dishonored? +
For 1080p gaming at 60 FPS on High settings, you'll need at least a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 (1GB VRAM) / ATI Radeon HD 6950 (1GB VRAM). For 1440p Ultra settings, we recommend a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 (2GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 280X (3GB VRAM), and for 4K gaming, aim for a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R9 390 (8GB VRAM) (or GTX 1060 / RX 580) or equivalent.
Is 16GB RAM enough for Dishonored? +
Yes, 16GB RAM is sufficient for Dishonored. The game requires 4GB minimum, so 16GB provides comfortable headroom for multitasking.
What CPU is best for Dishonored? +
For the best experience, we recommend a Intel Core i7-2600K / AMD FX-8350 or AMD equivalent. Modern 6-core CPUs handle Dishonored well, with 8-cores recommended for streaming or multitasking.
Can I play Dishonored on integrated graphics? +
Integrated graphics are not recommended for Dishonored. Even Intel Iris Xe or AMD Radeon Graphics will struggle to maintain playable framerates. A dedicated GPU is essential for a good experience.