Official specs from Steam

Project Zomboid system requirements

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

Minimum

OSWindows 10 / 11 - 64 Bit
Note64bit OS required
ProcessorIntel 2.77GHz Quad-core
Memory8Gb Ram
Hard Disk Space10Gb
Video CardDedicated graphics card with 4 GB of VRAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2 support (generally 2012 or newer)
SoundFMOD compatible sound card

macOS minimum

OSOS X 10.15, or later.
Note64bit OS required
ProcessorIntel x86 / Apple silicon
Memory8Gb Ram
Hard Disk Space10Gb
Video CardAMD or Intel Integrated (nVidia on Mac not compatible)
SoundFMOD compatible sound card

FAQ

What graphics card do I need for Project Zomboid?

Minimum: Dedicated graphics card with 4 GB of VRAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2 support (generally 2012 or newer).

How much RAM does Project Zomboid need?

Project Zomboid needs 8Gb Ram at minimum.

How big is Project Zomboid?

Project Zomboid requires 10Gb.

Does Project Zomboid run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?

Yes, there is a native macOS version. A native Linux build is available.