Looking for PUBG System Requirements?
Trust me, you are not alone. Thousands of people search for the perfect system requirements for this game so that they can play it smoothly on their devices. Before I list the best system configuration, let’s find out what PUBG is…
What is PUBG?
PUBG or PlayerUnknown’s Battleground is an online multiplayer game that was launched back in 2017 and became a phenomenal success with avid gamers around the world.
As it gained popularity, its developing company BlueHole (Korea-based) launched the PUBG Mobile game for smartphones also. Both the versions of the game, including PC and smartphone became the most played games of 2018.
Even though its been a few years since it was launched, PUBG has remained quite popular throughout. It is known that it had a massive 70 million player base as recent as in July 2020. This is game that requires high skills as well as focus and patience since any player can get knocked out in an instant.
Most players remark that the PC version of the game is somewhat harder than the mobile version. Also read, does PUBG support controllers?
PUBG System Requirements
This is a game in which you need a lot of skills and focus along with a decent PC, laptop, or mobile since it comes with a full load of graphics in it. You will find here PUBG system requirements, both minimum and recommended so that you can play it on your preferred device without spending too much.
PUBG Minimum System Requirements:
According to the official PUBG site, the minimum system requirements are as follows:
- OPERATING SYSTEM: Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (64-bit)
- CPU / PROCESSOR: Intel Core i5-4430 or AMD FX-6300
- RAM: 8 GB Memory
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 Or AMD Radeon R7 370
- VRAM: 2 GB
- FREE DISK SPACE: 30 GB Free Storage Space
- DIRECT X: 11.0
Listed above are the minimum system requirements that will help you play the game without any major lags or frame drops. Having said that, you must note that these are the minimum requirements and they won’t offer the smoothest gameplay experience.
PUBG System Requirements (Recommended)
If you want to get the ultimate gameplay experience without any lags or framedrops, you should check out the recommended settings as mentioned below. I would like to reiterate that the following settings will help you play the game with high frame rates, extremely smooth animations and fast pace response.
So, here you go with the recommended settings:
- OPERATING SYSTEM: Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (64-bit)
- CPU / PROCESSOR: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- RAM: 16 GB Memory
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580
- VRAM: 3 GB
- FREE DISK SPACE: 30 GB Free Storage Space
- DIRECT X: 11.0
The above system configuration is going to ensure excellent gameplay and this is something you are going to love. The only flip side is that it might turn out to be somewhat more expensive than the minimum configuration mentioned above.
If you think all this is going to cost too much for you then we have a solution. Listed below are the best hardware that can help you run the game smoothly without any frame drops or other problems while being light on your pocket. Also, check out can a PC player play PUBG game with a friend on a Mobile.
PUBG Best PC Requirements
- OPERATING SYSTEM: Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (64-bit)
- CPU / PROCESSOR: AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT or Intel Core i5 9600K 9th Gen
- RAM: 16 GB Memory
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Overclocked edition)
- FREE DISK SPACE: 30 GB Free Storage Space (SSD Recommended)
- DIRECT X: 11.0
If you have the above configuration on your system, then you have the best configuration that is possible while being light on your pocket. I must mention here that this PUBG setting is something that I have personally tested and have got great results with it.
FAQs
What is the size of the PUBG PC?
One thing that I would like to clarify is that if you want PUBG PC game then you should have at least 30 GB of space on your PC or laptop.
Can I run PUBG on Core i3 processor?
No, it is not possible to run PUBG on a Core i3 processor. The minimum system requirements clearly state that you need to have at least an Intel Core i5-4430 to run PUBG.
Can PUBG run on 4 GB RAM?
The minimum requirement is at least 8 GB RAM. Even if you are able to run it at 4 GB, it will not be a smooth experience.
Conclusion:
PUBG is extremely popular and I myself am a great fan of this game. This is why I have listed the best PC requirements (from my own personal experience) so that you and many others like you can enjoy this game while it runs smoothly on your device.
Abdullah Tariq, the founder of this site, is a passionate gamer and loves sharing his knowledge about gaming hardware and accessories. He is also a software engineer whose ultimate goal is to develop gripping titles.