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

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64-bit Required
Component Developer Minimum Developer Recommended Our Performance Analysis
🎮 GPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti or AMD Radeon HD 7850 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 560 8GB+ VRAM recommended for 1440p stutter-free textures
🧠 CPU 2.6 GHz Quad Core 3.2 GHz Quad Core 6 Cores / 12 Threads recommended for smooth 1% low FPS
💾 RAM 8 GB RAM 16 GB RAM 16GB–32GB dual-channel avoids Windows pagefile swapping
💿 Storage 40 GB Free 40 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 Path of Exile on PC

What GPU do I need to run Path of Exile? +
For 1080p gaming at 60 FPS on High settings, you'll need at least a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 560. For 1440p Ultra settings, we recommend a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB). (Future-proof: RTX 4060 Ti), and for 4K gaming, aim for a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080) or equivalent.
Is 16GB RAM enough for Path of Exile? +
Yes, 16GB RAM is sufficient for Path of Exile. The game requires 16GB minimum, so 16GB provides comfortable headroom for multitasking.
What CPU is best for Path of Exile? +
For the best experience, we recommend a Intel Core i5-12600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or AMD equivalent. Modern 6-core CPUs handle Path of Exile well, with 8-cores recommended for streaming or multitasking.
Can I play Path of Exile on integrated graphics? +
Integrated graphics are not recommended for Path of Exile. Even Intel Iris Xe or AMD Radeon Graphics will struggle to maintain playable framerates. A dedicated GPU is essential for a good experience.