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✨ Last Updated: September 18, 2026 • Engine v2.5
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📋 Official PC specifications published for War Thunder

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64-bit OS Required
Component Developer Minimum Developer Recommended Our Performance Analysis
🎮 GPU AMD Radeon 77XX / NVIDIA GTX 660 NVIDIA GTX 1060 / Radeon RX 570 8GB+ VRAM recommended for 1440p stutter-free textures
🧠 CPU Dual-Core 2.2 GHz (Intel/AMD) Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 6 Cores / 12 Threads recommended for stable frametimes
💾 RAM 4 GB RAM 16 GB RAM Dual-channel configuration required to prevent stuttering
💿 Storage 17 GB Free Space 17 GB SSD NVMe M.2 SSD strongly recommended for fast asset streaming
🎯 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 War Thunder on PC

What GPU do I need to run War Thunder? +
For 1080p gaming at 60 FPS on High settings, you'll need at least a NVIDIA GTX 1060 / Radeon RX 570. For 1440p Ultra settings, we recommend a NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti / Radeon RX 6700 XT, and for 4K gaming, aim for a NVIDIA RTX 4080 / Radeon RX 7900 XTX or equivalent.
Is 16GB RAM enough for War Thunder? +
Yes, 16GB RAM is sufficient for War Thunder. The game requires 16GB minimum, so 16GB provides comfortable headroom for multitasking.
What CPU is best for War Thunder? +
For the best experience, we recommend a Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X or AMD equivalent. Modern 6-core CPUs handle War Thunder well, with 8-cores recommended for streaming or multitasking.
Can I play War Thunder on integrated graphics? +
Integrated graphics are not recommended for War Thunder. Even Intel Iris Xe or AMD Radeon Graphics will struggle to maintain playable framerates. A dedicated GPU is essential for a good experience.