What are the system requirements for Idle Research?

Minimum: graphics Integrated Graphics, processor x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support., RAM 2 GB RAM.

Can I run Idle Research on the Steam Deck?

Idle Research is rated Playable on Steam Deck by Valve. On Linux and SteamOS, ProtonDB users rate it gold. Pick the Steam Deck profile above, or see the Steam Deck page, for an estimated Deck frame rate.

Can I run Idle Research?

Idle Research needs at least Integrated Graphics. Below: estimated FPS for popular graphics cards and a free check for your own PC.

ReleaseJul 31, 2022
Playing now66
Steam user reviews83 % positive
Steam DeckPlayable
ProtonDBgold

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Idle Research system requirements

	Minimum	Recommended
OS	Windows 7+	Windows 10
Processor	x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support.	estimated ≈ Core i5-4460 class (typical for a 2022 game)
Graphics	Integrated Graphics	estimated ≈ GT 730 class (from the minimum specs)
Memory	2 GB RAM	2 GB RAM
Storage	2 GB available space	–

Estimated FPS in Idle Research

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	4K
GTX 1060 6GB	500+	500+	500+
GTX 1660 Super	500+	500+	500+
RTX 2060	500+	500+	500+
RTX 3060	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4060	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4060 Ti 8GB	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4060 Ti 16GB	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5060	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5060 Ti 8GB	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5060 Ti 16GB	500+	500+	500+
RX 9060 XT	500+	500+	500+
RTX 3070	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4070	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5070	500+	500+	500+
RX 7800 XT	500+	500+	500+
RX 9070 XT	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5070 Ti	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4080	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5080	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4090	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5090	500+	500+	500+

Steam Deck, Valve rating: Playable

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Which graphics card do I need for Idle Research?

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

1080p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSView on Amazon ↗
1440p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSView on Amazon ↗
1440p High · 144 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSView on Amazon ↗
4K High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSView on Amazon ↗

Prices change often, check the current price in the store. Price check: 10/7/2026.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I run Idle Research?: Idle Research needs at least Integrated Graphics. 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 Idle Research?: Minimum: graphics Integrated Graphics, processor x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support., RAM 2 GB RAM.
Can I run Idle Research on the Steam Deck?: Idle Research is rated Playable on Steam Deck by Valve. On Linux and SteamOS, ProtonDB users rate it gold. Pick the Steam Deck profile above, or see the Steam Deck page, for an estimated Deck frame rate.