Official specs from Steam

Balatro system requirements

Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam. Native macOS version available.

Minimum

NoteRequires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS *Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 x64
ProcessorIntel Core i3
Memory1 GB RAM
GraphicsOpenGL 2.1 compatible graphics card, integrated graphics
Storage150 MB available space

Recommended

NoteRequires a 64-bit processor and operating system

macOS minimum

OSmacOS 11 (Big Sur) or later
ProcessorAny Intel or Apple Silicon processor
Memory1 GB RAM
Graphics4 GB RAM
Storage150 MB available space

FAQ

What graphics card do I need for Balatro?

Minimum: OpenGL 2.1 compatible graphics card, integrated graphics.

How much RAM does Balatro need?

Balatro needs 1 GB RAM at minimum.

How big is Balatro?

Balatro requires 150 MB available space.

Does Balatro run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?

Yes, there is a native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).