Official specs from Steam
Borderlands system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| OS * | Windows XP/Vista |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.4 Ghz or equivalent processor with SSE2 support |
| Memory | 1GB System RAM (2GB recommended with Vista) |
| Graphics | 256mb video ram or better (GeForce 7 series or higher/Radeon HD3000 series or higher) |
| Hard Drive | 8 GB or more free space |
| Sound | Windows compatible sound card |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Borderlands?
Minimum: 256mb video ram or better (GeForce 7 series or higher/Radeon HD3000 series or higher).
How much RAM does Borderlands need?
Borderlands needs 1GB System RAM (2GB recommended with Vista) at minimum.
How big is Borderlands?
Borderlands requires 8 GB or more free space.
Does Borderlands run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).