Escape from Tarkov
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 1660 · Ryzen 5 3600
- Recommended
- GeForce RTX 4070
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce RTX 4070 (~60 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Unsupported on Steam Deck · ~28 fps low (est.)
- Genres
- Action, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Simulation
- Release
- Nov 15, 2025
- Developer
- Battlestate Games
- Publisher
- Battlestate Games
Escape from Tarkov is the original extraction FPS where every raid is a gamble with death. Prep your raid, bleed, endure and fight through ruthless PMC players and Scavs, gain tactical advantage and cling to your loot — only extraction decides if you live or lose it all.
Psychological HorrorExtraction ShooterGun CustomizationLooter ShooterFPSShooterTacticalSurvival HorrorRealisticMilitary
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What you need for Escape from Tarkov
Escape from Tarkov needs about a GeForce RTX 4070 for 60 fps at 1080p high and a Radeon RX 7900 XT at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 4070 | Ryzen 5 5500 |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce RTX 4090 | — |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 7900 XT | Ryzen 5 5500 |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Beyond current cards | Ryzen 9 9900X3D |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 5090 | Ryzen 5 5500 |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Escape from Tarkov →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 19 | 14 | 8 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 29 | 20 | 12 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 32 | 22 | 13 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 34 | 24 | 14 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 36 | 25 | 15 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 40 | 28 | 17 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 41 | 28 | 17 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 48 | 33 | 20 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 60 | 42 | 25 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 67 | 47 | 28 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 69 | 48 | 29 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 90 | 63 | 38 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 93 | 65 | 39 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 148 | 104 | 62 |
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.
Escape from Tarkov system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or similar | Intel Core i7-14700F or better No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. |
| Graphics | GTX 1660 or similar | RTX 4070 or better |
| Memory | 16 GB | 64 GB |
| Storage | 80 GB | 80 GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
Source: Steam.
Escape from Tarkov on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Unsupported on Steam Deck
Steam Deck · unsupported
- ✗SteamOS does not support
Steam Machine · unsupported
- ✗SteamOS does not support
SteamOS · unsupported
- ✗SteamOS does not support
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 28 low | Unsupported on Steam Deck |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 22 low | Below minimum |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 26 low | Below minimum |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 23 low | Below minimum |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 23 low | Below minimum |
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
- 7
- Steam achievements
- 98
- Features
- Multi-playerMMOPvPOnline PvPCo-opOnline Co-opSteam AchievementsSteam Trading CardsIn-App PurchasesCamera ComfortColor AlternativesCustom Volume ControlsPlayable without Timed InputStereo SoundSurround Sound
- Languages (20)
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Czech, Hungarian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Romanian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese, Slovak, Indonesian
Latest news & patches
- Leagues are live!2026-09-15
- New in-game survey2026-09-11
- Patch 1.1.5.0Patch2026-09-08
- TarkovTV on August 10!2026-08-08
- Twitch Drops for the launch of season one!2026-08-04
- Patch 1.1.0.0Patch2026-08-03
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Escape from Tarkov run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below Escape from Tarkov's minimum spec (GeForce GTX 1660). Our model still estimates ~23 fps at 1080p low (range 19–28, medium confidence, ±20%), but cards below the minimum may not be supported. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the GeForce RTX 4070 (~60 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Escape from Tarkov run on Steam Deck?
No. Valve rates Escape from Tarkov Unsupported on Steam Deck: some or all of it doesn't work on the device, so our estimate only matters if that changes. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~28 fps on the low preset (range 22–33, medium confidence, ±20%). Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Escape from Tarkov at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a Radeon RX 7900 XT or faster: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce RTX 4070 is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 5090. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Escape from Tarkov by brand.
Can I run Escape from Tarkov on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~61 fps (range 49–73, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU, gets ~34 fps at 1080p low. Escape from Tarkov on the GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Escape from Tarkov need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 16 GB of RAM minimum and 64 GB recommended for Escape from Tarkov.
How much storage does Escape from Tarkov take?
Escape from Tarkov needs 80 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows 10.