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Can I run DayZ on a Steam Deck?

Yes, it runs35 FPS 1280×800 Low + FSR

On a Steam Deck, DayZ runs at about 35 FPS (1280×800, Low + FSR, capped at 60/90 Hz).

DayZ: FPS on a Steam Deck

Deck-typical FPS at 1280×800, low + FSR, capped at the Deck refresh (60 Hz LCD, 90 Hz OLED). The Steam Deck runs on Linux (SteamOS).

35 FPS · 1280×800 · Low + FSR · capped at 60/90 Hz

Community-typical frame rate for how this game runs on the Steam Deck.

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DayZ system requirements

MinimumRecommended
OSWindows 10 64-bitWindows 10 / 11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i5-4430 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Six-CoreIntel Core i5-6600K or AMD R5 1600X
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or AMD R9 270XNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD RX 580
Memory8 GB RAM12 GB RAM
Storage25 GB available space30 GB available space

Will it run on my PC?

This page assumes a Steam Deck. For your real hardware, check your whole Steam library at once:

DayZ on other graphics cards

Frequently asked questions

Can I run DayZ on a Steam Deck?
Yes. DayZ runs at about 35 FPS at 1280×800 Low + FSR on a Steam Deck.
How many FPS does DayZ get on a Steam Deck?
About 35 FPS at 1280×800 on Low + FSR. The full table for every resolution and quality level is above.
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