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Action RPG, First-Person, RPG, Sci-Fi, Shooter 2019 Build Guide →
✨ Last Updated: September 2, 2026 • Engine v2.5
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📋 Official PC specifications published for The Outer Worlds

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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 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 470 8GB+ VRAM recommended for 1440p stutter-free textures
🧠 CPU Intel Core i3-3225 or AMD Phenom II X6 1100T Intel Core i7-7700K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 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 The Outer Worlds on PC

What GPU do I need to run The Outer Worlds? +
For 1080p gaming at 60 FPS on High settings, you'll need at least a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 470. For 1440p Ultra settings, we recommend a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT (8GB)., and for 4K gaming, aim for a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT (8GB). or equivalent.
Is 16GB RAM enough for The Outer Worlds? +
Yes, 16GB RAM is sufficient for The Outer Worlds. The game requires 16GB minimum, so 16GB provides comfortable headroom for multitasking.
What CPU is best for The Outer Worlds? +
For the best experience, we recommend a Intel Core i5-11600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or AMD equivalent. Modern 6-core CPUs handle The Outer Worlds well, with 8-cores recommended for streaming or multitasking.
Can I play The Outer Worlds on integrated graphics? +
Integrated graphics are not recommended for The Outer Worlds. Even Intel Iris Xe or AMD Radeon Graphics will struggle to maintain playable framerates. A dedicated GPU is essential for a good experience.