Official specs from Steam
Left 4 Dead system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| Supported OS | Windows® 7 32/64-bit / Vista 32/64 / XP |
|---|---|
| Processor | Pentium 4 3.0GHz |
| Memory | 1 GB |
| Graphics | 128 MB, Shader model 2.0, ATI 9600, NVidia 6600 or better |
| Hard Drive | At least 7.5 GB of free space |
| Sound Card | DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card |
Recommended
| Supported OS | Windows® 7 32/64-bit / Vista 32/64 / XP |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel core 2 duo 2.4GHz |
| Memory | 1 GB |
| Graphics | Shader model 3.0, NVidia 7600, ATI X1600 or better |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Left 4 Dead?
Minimum: 128 MB, Shader model 2.0, ATI 9600, NVidia 6600 or better. Recommended: Shader model 3.0, NVidia 7600, ATI X1600 or better.
How much RAM does Left 4 Dead need?
Left 4 Dead needs 1 GB at minimum, 1 GB recommended.
How big is Left 4 Dead?
Left 4 Dead requires At least 7.5 GB of free space.
Does Left 4 Dead run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).