If you’re worried about needing a big hardware upgrade to run Civilization 7 when it launches on February 11, rest easy. The system requirements look surprisingly accommodating for a modern major release.
For 1080p Low settings, you’ll need just an Intel Core i3 10100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200, paired with a GTX 1050, RX 460, or Intel Arc A380, and 8 GB of RAM. That’s enough for a smooth 30 fps experience—perfectly fine for the slower-paced nature of Civ 7, where strategic decisions matter more than fast frame rates.
To hit 1080p Medium at 60 fps, the recommended specs are also modest: a Core i5 10400 or Ryzen 5 3600X, 16 GB of RAM, and an RTX 2060, RX 6600, or Arc A750. The fact that these CPUs are several years old is a relief for many who haven’t upgraded in a while.
For 4K, Civ 7 sticks with reasonable hardware. An RTX 4070 or RX 7800XT will handle 60 fps at High settings, but the CPU requirements jump to a Core i7 14700F or Ryzen 9 5950X—powerful processors likely needed to optimize turn times and handle AI calculations.
The game’s 20 GB storage requirement is also commendably small, keeping things compact compared to many bloated modern titles.
With Civ 7 set to run on a wide range of hardware, it looks like many players can dive into this time-sink of a strategy game without having to overhaul their machines. February can’t come soon enough!
