Official specs from Steam
Terraria system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam. Native macOS version available. Native Linux build available.
Minimum
| OS | Windows Xp, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10 |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.0 Ghz |
| Memory | 2.5GB |
| Hard Disk Space | 200MB |
| Video Card | 128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ |
| DirectX® | 9.0c or Greater |
Recommended
| OS | Windows 7, 8/8.1, 10 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Dual Core 3.0 Ghz |
| Memory | 4GB |
| Hard Disk Space | 200MB |
| Video Card | 256mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ |
| DirectX® | 9.0c or Greater |
macOS minimum
| OS | OSX 10.9.5 - 10.11.6 |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.0 Ghz |
| Memory | 2.5GB |
| Hard Disk Space | 200MB |
| Video Card | 128mb Video Memory, capable of OpenGL 3.0+ support (2.1 with ARB extensions acceptable |
macOS recommended
| OS | OSX 10.9.5 - 10.11.6 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Dual Core 3.0 Ghz |
| Memory | 4GB |
| Hard Disk Space | 200MB |
| Video Card | 256mb Video Memory, capable of OpenGL 3.0+ support (2.1 with ARB extensions acceptable |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Terraria?
Minimum: 128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+. Recommended: 256mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+.
How much RAM does Terraria need?
Terraria needs 2.5GB at minimum, 4GB recommended.
How big is Terraria?
Terraria requires 200MB.
Does Terraria run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
Yes, there is a native macOS version. A native Linux build is available.