Can I Run VALORANT?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | Intel HD 4000, AMD Radeon R5 220 | NVIDIA GeForce GT 730, AMD Radeon R7 240 | Detecting... |
| CPU | Intel i3-540, AMD Athlon 200GE | Intel i3-4150, AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | Detecting... |
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | — | — | — |
| DirectX | DirectX 11 | DirectX 11 | — |
Official requirements published by Riot Games on support.riotgames.com. See the official source
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Riot Games' free-to-play 5v5 tactical shooter. Riot also lists high-end specs for 144 FPS: an Intel i5-9400F or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X with a GTX 1050 Ti, Radeon R7 370 or Intel Arc A310. It needs 64-bit Windows 10 or 11 and the Vanguard anti-cheat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run VALORANT on my PC?
To run VALORANT you need at least a Radeon R5 220 or a Intel HD Graphics 4000, plus 4 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are a GeForce GT 730 or a Radeon R7 240, plus 4 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for VALORANT?
VALORANT minimum requirements: GPU: Intel HD 4000, AMD Radeon R5 220, CPU: Intel i3-540, AMD Athlon 200GE, RAM: 4 GB, Storage: —, DirectX: DirectX 11.
What are the recommended specs for VALORANT?
VALORANT recommended specs: GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GT 730, AMD Radeon R7 240, CPU: Intel i3-4150, AMD Ryzen 3 1200, RAM: 4 GB, Storage: —, DirectX: DirectX 11.
How many GB is VALORANT?
The exact install size for VALORANT is not listed in our database. Check the store page for the most current download size before installing.
Can a GTX 1650 run VALORANT?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for VALORANT. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is VALORANT CPU or GPU intensive?
VALORANT is relatively CPU intensive compared to its GPU needs. Single-thread CPU performance and clock speed matter more than raw GPU power — make sure your processor meets the recommended spec.
Can Steam Deck run VALORANT?
No. VALORANT requires Riot Vanguard, an anti-cheat that only runs on Windows, so it doesn't work on SteamOS or on Linux through Proton. AreWeAntiCheatYet lists it as Denied.
How many players can run VALORANT?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for VALORANT and 99% meet the recommended one. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
