Official specs from Steam
Far Cry 5 system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 (64-bit versions only) |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.1 GHz or AMD FX-6300 @ 3.5 GHz or equivalent |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 or AMD R9 270 (2GB VRAM with Shader Model 5.0 or better) |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 40 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Game contains EasyAntiCheat anti-cheat technology, and Denuvo and VMProtect anti-tamper technology. |
Recommended
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 (64-bit versions only) |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-4770 @ 3.4 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 @ 3.2 GHz or equivalent |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or AMD R9 290X (4GB VRAM with Shader Model 5.0 or better) |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 40 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Game contains EasyAntiCheat anti-cheat technology, and Denuvo and VMProtect anti-tamper technology. |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Far Cry 5?
Minimum: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 or AMD R9 270 (2GB VRAM with Shader Model 5.0 or better). Recommended: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or AMD R9 290X (4GB VRAM with Shader Model 5.0 or better).
How much RAM does Far Cry 5 need?
Far Cry 5 needs 8 GB RAM at minimum, 8 GB RAM recommended.
How big is Far Cry 5?
Far Cry 5 requires 40 GB available space.
Does Far Cry 5 run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).