What are the system requirements for Project Zomboid?

Minimum: graphics Dedicated graphics card with 4 GB of VRAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2…, processor Intel 2.77GHz Quad-core, RAM 8Gb Ram.

Can I run Project Zomboid on the Steam Deck?

Project Zomboid is rated Verified on Steam Deck by Valve. On Linux and SteamOS, ProtonDB users rate it platinum. Pick the Steam Deck profile above, or see the Steam Deck page, for an estimated Deck frame rate.

Can I run Project Zomboid?

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Project Zomboid needs at least Dedicated graphics card with 4 GB of VRAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2…. Below: estimated FPS for popular graphics cards and a free check for your own PC.

ReleaseNov 8, 2013
Playing now37 415
Steam user reviews94 % positive
Steam DeckVerified
ProtonDBplatinum

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Runs smoothly fromIntel Arc B570 10 GB~94 FPS · 1080p High

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Project Zomboid system requirements

	Minimum	Recommended
OS	Windows 10 / 11 - 64 Bit	–
Processor	Intel 2.77GHz Quad-core	estimated ≈ Core i5-4460 class (from the minimum specs)
Graphics	Dedicated graphics card with 4 GB of VRAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2 support (generally 2012 or newer)	estimated ≈ GTX 1070 class (from the minimum specs)
Memory	8Gb Ram	estimated 16 GB (from the minimum specs)
Storage	10Gb	–

Requirements checked on 26 October 2026.

Estimated FPS in Project Zomboid

High settings, no upscaling, with a fast processor (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). Estimates from the game's requirements, not benchmarks.

Not yet checked against benchmarks, a rough estimate that can be off by 25 % or more.

Graphics card	1080p	1440p	5120×1440	4K
GTX 1060 6GB	44	33	22	20
GTX 1660 Super	64	47	31	29
RTX 2060	74	54	36	33
RTX 3060	99	73	48	44
RTX 4060	106	79	52	48
RTX 4060 Ti 8GB	126	93	62	57
RTX 4060 Ti 16GB	126	93	62	57
RTX 5060	129	95	63	58
RTX 5060 Ti 8GB	148	110	73	67
RTX 5060 Ti 16GB	148	110	73	67
RX 9060 XT	138	102	68	62
RTX 3070	138	102	68	62
RTX 4070	169	125	83	76
RTX 5070	202	149	99	91
RX 7800 XT	178	132	87	80
RX 9070 XT	240	192	127	117
RTX 5070 Ti	240	190	126	116
RTX 4080	240	201	133	122
RTX 5080	240	219	145	133
RTX 4090	240	240	172	158
RTX 5090	240	240	218	200

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Which graphics card do I need for Project Zomboid?

The cheapest current graphics card that reaches each goal, paired with a fast processor.

1080p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B570 10 GB ~94 FPSView on Amazon* ↗Newegg ↗
1440p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B570 10 GB ~70 FPSView on Amazon* ↗Newegg ↗
1440p High · 144 FPSRadeon RX 9070 16 GB ~174 FPSView on Amazon* ↗Newegg ↗
4K High · 60 FPSRadeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB ~62 FPSView on Amazon* ↗Newegg ↗

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Can I run Project Zomboid?: Project Zomboid needs at least Dedicated graphics card with 4 GB of VRAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2…. Enter your graphics card and processor above to see your estimated FPS, or check your whole Steam library at once.
What are the system requirements for Project Zomboid?: Minimum: graphics Dedicated graphics card with 4 GB of VRAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2…, processor Intel 2.77GHz Quad-core, RAM 8Gb Ram.
What PC do I need for Project Zomboid?: For 1080p at high settings and 60 FPS, the cheapest current graphics card that gets there is the Intel Arc B570 10 GB (an estimated 94 FPS), paired with a fast processor. The PC builder puts together a complete, compatible parts list for Project Zomboid.
Can I run Project Zomboid on the Steam Deck?: Project Zomboid is rated Verified on Steam Deck by Valve. On Linux and SteamOS, ProtonDB users rate it platinum. Pick the Steam Deck profile above, or see the Steam Deck page, for an estimated Deck frame rate.