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Apex Legends System Requirements

February 4, 2019Respawn Entertainment88/100

Apex Legends pits squads of Legends with unique skills against each other in a battle for survival. Players must strategically utilize their Legend's abilities and work as a team to emerge victorious in this free-to-play, evolving combat experience.

Apex Legends Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: AMD Athlon X4, AMD Radeon HD, 6 GB RAM. Recommended: 8 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows 10 64-bit
Processor
AMD Athlon X4 950 or Intel Core i3-6300CPU Deals
RAM
6 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
AMD Radeon HD 7730 or NVIDIA GeForce GT 640GPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX 11
Storage
22 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows 10 64-bit
Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i5-9600KCPU Deals
RAM
8 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
AMD Radeon RX 570 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970GPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX 11
Storage
22 GB available spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for Apex Legends

#1

Lower texture streaming budget to improve performance.

#2

Disable ambient occlusion for a frame rate boost.

#3

Reduce shadow detail to increase FPS.

#4

Close background apps to free up RAM.

Apex Legends System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Apex Legends on a low-end PC?▼
To play Apex Legends at minimum settings, you'll need at least an AMD Athlon X4 950 or Intel Core i3-6300 processor, an AMD Radeon HD 7730 or NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 graphics card, and 6 GB of RAM. Performance may be limited at these specs.
What GPU do I need for Apex Legends?▼
For minimum settings, you'll need an AMD Radeon HD 7730 or NVIDIA GeForce GT 640. For recommended settings, aim for an AMD Radeon RX 570 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 for a smoother experience.
How much RAM does Apex Legends need?▼
Apex Legends requires a minimum of 6 GB of RAM. However, 8 GB of RAM is recommended for smoother gameplay and better performance.
Will Apex Legends run on integrated graphics?▼
While technically possible, running Apex Legends on integrated graphics is not recommended. You'll likely experience very low frame rates and graphical issues. A dedicated graphics card is highly recommended for a playable experience.
What is the best graphics settings for Apex Legends?▼
The best graphics settings depend on your hardware. Start with the 'Medium' preset and adjust from there. If you're experiencing low frame rates, lower settings like 'Texture Streaming Budget', 'Shadow Detail', and 'Ambient Occlusion Quality'.
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Apex Legends Game Info

Developer

Respawn Entertainment

Publisher

Electronic Arts

Release Date

February 4, 2019

Platforms

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch 2, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5

Genres

ShooterTactical

Game Modes

  • Multiplayer
  • Co-operative
  • Battle Royale
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Apex Legends Screenshots

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