Can I run Kernel Hearts?
Kernel Hearts needs at least NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or equivalent, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / GTX 1660 Ti or equivalent is recommended. Below: estimated FPS for popular graphics cards and a free check for your own PC.
- ReleaseSep 17, 2026
- Playing now21
- Steam user reviews79 % positive
- ProtonDBplatinum
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Kernel Hearts system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 or Above | Windows 10 or Above |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-9750H @ 2.60GHz or equivalent | Intel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or equivalent |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or equivalent | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / GTX 1660 Ti or equivalent |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Storage | 15 GB available space | 15 GB available space |
Estimated FPS in Kernel Hearts
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 | 53 | 39 | 24 |
| GTX 1660 Super | 76 | 56 | 34 |
| RTX 2060 | 88 | 65 | 39 |
| RTX 3060 | 117 | 87 | 53 |
| RTX 4060 | 127 | 94 | 57 |
| RTX 4060 Ti 8GB | 150 | 111 | 67 |
| RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | 150 | 111 | 67 |
| RTX 5060 | 153 | 113 | 69 |
| RTX 5060 Ti 8GB | 176 | 130 | 79 |
| RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | 176 | 130 | 79 |
| RX 9060 XT | 165 | 122 | 74 |
| RTX 3070 | 165 | 122 | 74 |
| RTX 4070 | 202 | 149 | 91 |
| RTX 5070 | 240 | 178 | 108 |
| RX 7800 XT | 212 | 157 | 95 |
| RX 9070 XT | 309 | 228 | 139 |
| RTX 5070 Ti | 306 | 226 | 138 |
| RTX 4080 | 323 | 239 | 145 |
| RTX 5080 | 353 | 261 | 159 |
| RTX 4090 | 382 | 309 | 188 |
| RTX 5090 | 382 | 382 | 238 |
Which graphics card do I need for Kernel Hearts?
The cheapest current graphics card that reaches each goal, paired with a fast processor.
- 1080p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~127 FPSView on Amazon ↗
- 1440p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~94 FPSView on Amazon ↗
- 1440p High · 144 FPSRadeon RX 9070 16 GB ~208 FPSView on Amazon ↗
- 4K High · 60 FPSGeForce RTX 5060 8 GB ~69 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 Kernel Hearts?
- Kernel Hearts needs at least NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or equivalent, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / GTX 1660 Ti or equivalent is recommended. 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 Kernel Hearts?
- Minimum: graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or equivalent, processor Intel Core i7-9750H @ 2.60GHz or equivalent, RAM 8 GB RAM. Recommended graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / GTX 1660 Ti or equivalent.
- Can I run Kernel Hearts on the Steam Deck?
- 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.
