Crimson Desert System Requirements
The official PC system requirements for Crimson Desert, straight from the Steam listing — plus notes on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Mac.
Crimson Desert's official PC requirements are published by Pearl Abyss on the Steam store page. The specs below match the official listing (app 3321460).
Minimum requirements
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Ryzen 5 2600X / Intel i5-8500 |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | RX 5500 XT / GTX 1060 |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 150 GB available space (SSD required) |
| Notes | 64-bit processor and OS required |
Recommended requirements
| Component | Recommended |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Ryzen 5 5600 / Intel i5-11600K |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | RX 6700 XT / RTX 2080 |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 150 GB available space (SSD required) |
| Notes | 64-bit processor and OS required |
Platform notes
- PC (Steam) — Windows 10 64-bit; the official listing does not require a specific GPU vendor.
- Mac — Crimson Desert is available on Mac; the official Mac specifications are published by Pearl Abyss (see the official site/Steam listing).
- PS5 / Xbox Series X|S — console versions have their own performance profiles; players ask about PS5 frame rate and PS5 Pro support.
- SSD — an SSD is required on PC.
- Storage — 150 GB of free space is required on PC.
Can my PC run it?
Compare your PC against the tables above. If you meet the minimum, the game runs; for 4K or high frame rates, the recommended tier or better is the practical starting point. Community benchmark discussions are common on Reddit and are a good second opinion, but the official tables above are the source of truth.
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
What are the minimum requirements for Crimson Desert on PC?
Windows 10 64-bit, Ryzen 5 2600X / i5-8500, 16 GB RAM, RX 5500 XT / GTX 1060, DirectX 12, and 150 GB SSD space.
Can Crimson Desert run on a laptop?
It depends on the laptop's specs. The minimum tier is a Ryzen 5 2600X / i5-8500 with a GTX 1060-class GPU; laptops below that will struggle. Compare your exact specs against the tables above.
Is an SSD required?
Yes — the official listing states an SSD is required, and 150 GB of free space.
Does Crimson Desert run on Mac?
Yes, the game is available on Mac. Official Mac requirements are published by Pearl Abyss; check the official site and Steam listing for the exact specs.
What do I need for 4K?
The recommended tier (Ryzen 5 5600 / i5-11600K, RX 6700 XT / RTX 2080) is the practical starting point for 4K, but frame rates depend on settings and the specific scene.