Elden Ring does not need a monster GPU. It needs stable frametimes — and that is a very different shopping list.
Below you will find Elden Ring's official minimum and recommended PC requirements pulled from our database, three concrete build tiers mapped to real hardware, and the cheapest verified price we are tracking right now. Want a one-click answer instead? Check whether your PC can run Elden Ring with our free comparison tool.
Elden Ring system requirements (minimum vs recommended)
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10/11 |
| CPU | INTEL CORE I5-8400 or AMD RYZEN 3 3300X | INTEL CORE I7-8700K or AMD RYZEN 5 3600X |
| GPU | NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 1060 3 GB or AMD RADEON RX 580 4 GB | NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 1070 8 GB or AMD RADEON RX VEGA 56 8 GB |
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB | 60 GB |
| DirectX | 12 | 12 |
Source: official store-listed requirements, normalised in the DealNest hardware database. Benchmark-based build suggestions below are estimates to guide buying decisions, not guaranteed performance figures.
What actually matters for running Elden Ring
FromSoftware caps Elden Ring at 60 FPS, so chasing a high-end graphics card for huge framerates is pointless. The challenge is consistency: the game is notorious for traversal stutter as it streams the open world and compiles shaders. A balanced CPU, fast storage and enough RAM do more for your experience than an overpowered GPU ever will.
Three PC builds for Elden Ring
Each tier below pairs a real graphics card and CPU from our benchmark database to the game's targets. Treat them as reference points — comparable parts at the same performance level work just as well.
Entry build — clears the minimum (1080p)
- GPU: AMD RX 580 or equivalent
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or equivalent
- RAM: 12 GB
Recommended build — smooth 1080p/60
- GPU: AMD RX 6600 or equivalent
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X or equivalent
- RAM: 16 GB
High build — 1440p headroom
- GPU: AMD RX 6700-XT or better
- CPU: Intel Core i5-13400F or better
- RAM: 32 GB
Settings and optimisation tips for Elden Ring
Put the game on an SSD if it is anywhere on a mechanical drive — it is the single most effective fix for traversal stutter. Run the built-in settings at High rather than Maximum (the jump to Maximum costs frames for little visual gain) and let the 60 FPS cap do its job. Disabling motion blur and depth of field is a matter of taste, not performance.
Will your current PC run it?
Rather than eyeball the table above, let the tool do the maths. Our Can I Run Elden Ring page compares your exact CPU and GPU against these requirements and tells you pass or fail for both minimum and recommended, with the bottleneck highlighted.
Where to buy Elden Ring cheap
Elden Ring holds its value better than most, so the smart play is watching the price across stores rather than waiting for a 90%-off key that never comes. Spend the savings on an SSD if you are still on a hard drive — it visibly reduces the stutter. The lowest verified price we are currently tracking is from $21.53. Prices move fast across keyshops, so see the live, store-by-store breakdown on the Elden Ring deals page before you buy.
FAQ
Can I run Elden Ring?
Target a steady, locked 60 FPS with a balanced build. Frametime stability beats raw GPU power in the Lands Between. To check your specific PC, use the Can I Run Elden Ring tool.
Can Elden Ring run at more than 60 FPS?
Not officially — the game is hard-capped at 60 FPS, and unlocking it via mods desyncs physics and online play. Build for a rock-solid 60, not for higher numbers.
How much does Elden Ring cost right now?
The cheapest verified key we track is from $21.53. Check the Elden Ring deals page for the current lowest price across all stores.
