Requirements check
Can I run Valheim?
Pick your graphics card, processor and RAM to see whether they meet what Valheimasks for. Requirements are read from the game's own Steam page; the answer reports the weakest part as your real limit, so it tells you whether it runs, not the exact frame rate.
Valheim system requirements
| Minimum GPU | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|
| Recommended GPU | GeForce GTX 1060 |
| Minimum CPU | 2.6 GHz Quad Core |
| Recommended CPU | i5 3GHz |
| Minimum RAM | 8 GB |
| Recommended RAM | 16 GB |
| Install size | 1 GB |
| Steam Deck | Verified |
| 64-bit OS | Required |
Read from Steam on 2026-09-05. Console requirements differ.
Where Valheim sits on the grid
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Common questions
What are the minimum requirements for Valheim?
Valheim lists a minimum of GeForce GTX 950, 2.6 GHz Quad Core and 8 GB of RAM, read from its own Steam page. Meeting the minimum means it launches and is playable, usually at lower settings.
What do I need to run Valheim well?
For a smooth experience the developer recommends GeForce GTX 1060 and 16 GB of RAM. That is the higher bar, typically aimed at around 1080p at 60 FPS.
How accurate is this check?
It compares your card's generation with the generation the game's requirement names, which is honest but approximate: within a generation we do not rank, and it cannot see your drivers or background load. It tells you whether a game should run, not the exact frame rate.