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Fallout: New Vegas System Requirements

October 19, 2010Obsidian Entertainment82/100

As a courier left for dead in post-apocalyptic Nevada, navigate a treacherous landscape to reclaim what was stolen. Your quest for vengeance will embroil you in the power struggles of warring factions vying for control of the Mojave Wasteland.

Fallout: New Vegas Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: Dual Core 2.0GHz, NVIDIA GeForce 6800, 2 GB. Recommended: 4 GB RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows XP
Processor
Dual Core 2.0GHzCPU Deals
RAM
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce 6800 / ATI Radeon X850GPU Deals
DirectX
9.0c
Storage

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows Vista/7
Processor
Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+CPU Deals
RAM
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce 9800GTX / ATI Radeon HD4850GPU Deals
DirectX
9.0c
Storage

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Quick Performance Tips for Fallout: New Vegas

#1

Lower shadow quality for a significant FPS boost.

#2

Reduce draw distance to improve performance in open areas.

#3

Disable anti-aliasing on low-end systems.

#4

Close unnecessary background programs while playing.

Fallout: New Vegas System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Fallout: New Vegas on a low-end PC?
Fallout: New Vegas can run on older hardware. If you meet the minimum requirements (Dual Core 2.0GHz, GeForce 6800/Radeon X850, 2GB RAM), you should be able to play at lower settings. For a smoother experience at higher settings, aim for the recommended specs.
What GPU do I need for Fallout: New Vegas?
The minimum GPU is an NVIDIA GeForce 6800 or ATI Radeon X850. For better performance, an NVIDIA GeForce 9800GTX or ATI Radeon HD4850 is recommended.
How much RAM does Fallout: New Vegas need?
You need at least 2GB of RAM to play Fallout: New Vegas. 4GB of RAM is recommended for a smoother experience, especially with higher settings and mods.
Will Fallout: New Vegas run on integrated graphics?
It's unlikely Fallout: New Vegas will run well on most integrated graphics solutions, especially older ones. You might get it to launch on very low settings, but expect significant performance issues. A dedicated GPU is highly recommended.
What is the best graphics settings for Fallout: New Vegas?
The 'best' settings depend on your hardware. Start with medium settings and then adjust individual options. Lowering shadow quality and draw distance can significantly improve performance. Experiment to find a balance between visual quality and frame rate.
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Fallout: New Vegas Game Info

Developer

Obsidian Entertainment

Publisher

Bethesda Softworks

Release Date

October 19, 2010

Platforms

PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360

Genres

ShooterRole-playing (RPG)

Game Modes

  • Single player

Fallout: New Vegas Screenshots

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