Dota 2
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Recommended
- GeForce GTX 1630 · Core i3-9100F (our estimate)
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce GTX 1630 (~189 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Playable · ~213 fps ultra (est.)
- Genres
- Action, Strategy, Free To Play
- Release
- Jul 9, 2013
- Developer
- Valve
- Publisher
- Valve
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Free to PlayMOBAMultiplayerStrategyeSportsTeam-BasedCompetitiveActionOnline Co-OpPvP
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What you need for Dota 2
Dota 2 needs about a GeForce GTX 1630 for 60 fps at 1080p high and a GeForce GTX 1630 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, low confidence, ±30%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Dota 2 →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 300+ | 221 | 133 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 300+ | 300+ | 186 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 300+ | 300+ | 279 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
Dota 2 system requirements
The publisher lists only minimum specs. The recommended column is our estimate (marked est.): the cheapest current parts our model expects to hit 60 fps at 1080p high, one memory step above the minimum, and an SSD for large or recent games.
| Minimum | Recommended (our estimate) | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 or newer | Windows 7 or newer est. |
| Processor | Dual core from Intel or AMD at 2.8 GHz No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. | Core i3-9100F est. |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce 8600/9600GT, ATI/AMD Radeon HD2600/3600 No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. | GeForce GTX 1630 est. |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB est. |
| Storage | 60 GB | 60 GB SSD est. |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 est. |
Source: Steam.
Dota 2 on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Playable
Steam Deck · playable
- !Controller glyphs do not match Steam Deck device
- !Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- !Interface text is not legible
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Default configuration is performant
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
Steam Machine · playable
- !Controller glyphs do not match device
- !Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
- ✗Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 213 ultra | Steam Deck Playable |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 240 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 278 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 248 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 248 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Keyboard & mouse
- DLC
- 2
- Metacritic
- 90
- Engine
- Source 2
- Series
- Dota
- Features
- Multi-playerCo-opSteam Trading CardsSteam WorkshopSteamVR CollectiblesIn-App PurchasesCamera ComfortColor AlternativesCustom Volume ControlsValve Anti-Cheat enabledSteam Timeline
- Languages (28)
- Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese - Portugal, Portuguese - Brazil, Romanian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Spain, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian, Spanish - Latin America, Vietnamese
Full audio: English, Korean, Simplified Chinese
Latest news & patches
- 7.41f Gameplay PatchPatch2026-09-15
- The International 2026 Grand Champions2026-08-27
- The International Main Event2026-08-19
- The International: Streams, Secret Shop, and More2026-08-12
- Gameplay Patch 7.41e and Summer ScrubPatch2026-07-30
- The International: Predictions, Fantasy, and Supporter Bundles2026-07-30
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Dota 2 run on a GTX 1650?
Yes. The GeForce GTX 1650 is well above Dota 2's recommended spec. We estimate 300+ fps at 1080p high (range 221–300+, low confidence, ±30%), GPU-limited. At 1440p high expect ~221 fps, so every preset holds 60 fps. Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Dota 2 run on Steam Deck?
Yes, with issues. Valve rates Dota 2 Steam Deck Playable. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~213 fps on the ultra preset (range 149–277, low confidence, ±30%). 60 fps is reachable on the ultra preset. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Dota 2 at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a GeForce GTX 1630 or faster: ~133 fps (range 93–172, low confidence, ±30%). At 1080p high a GeForce GTX 1630 is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce GTX 1630. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Dota 2 by brand.
Can I run Dota 2 on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~253 fps (range 177–300+, low confidence, ±30%). Dota 2 on the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Dota 2 need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 4 GB of RAM minimum for Dota 2. The publisher lists no recommended tier; the requirements table shows our estimate for one.
How much storage does Dota 2 take?
Dota 2 needs 60 GB of free storage according to the publisher's minimum spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows 7 or newer.