Arc Raiders System Requirements: Can Your PC Run It?
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Before you drop into Arc Raiders, check whether your PC can handle it. Here are the official system requirements plus the optimizations that matter most if you’re near the minimum spec.
Minimum system requirements
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 50 GB available space (SSD recommended) |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection |
Recommended system requirements
| Component | Recommended |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X |
| Memory | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 50 GB available space (NVMe SSD) |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection |
Performance optimization tips
Meeting minimum requirements but still seeing FPS drops or stuttering? Start here.
Windows timer resolution
One of the most impactful tweaks for Arc Raiders is adjusting your Windows timer resolution — it reduces input lag and improves frame consistency. Download Tier1Timer, a free tool that applies the optimal timer setting automatically per game, or read the full Ultimate Guide to Timer Resolution for Gaming.
Reduce input delay
In a competitive extraction shooter, every millisecond counts — minimizing input delay can be the difference between securing loot and getting eliminated. See How to Minimize Input Delay for Competitive Gaming.
Additional performance tweaks
- Close background applications before launching the game
- Disable Windows Game Bar and Xbox overlay
- Set the game to High priority in Task Manager
- Update GPU drivers to the latest version
- Disable fullscreen optimizations for the game executable
- Use a wired connection for stable multiplayer performance
For full settings recommendations, see the Arc Raiders Optimization Guide.
Storage recommendations
Arc Raiders requires 50 GB, but installing on an SSD (preferably NVMe) significantly reduces loading times and texture-streaming hitches. The game’s large maps benefit heavily from fast storage.
Final thoughts
Even on minimum specs, the right optimizations make Arc Raiders playable and enjoyable. For the best results, combine hardware upgrades with the software optimizations above.