FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 970 · Core i5-8400
- Recommended
- GeForce RTX 2060 6GB · Core i7-9700K
- 60 fps 1080p high
- Radeon RX 5600 XT (~61 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Playable · ~33 fps high (est.)
- Genres
- Massively Multiplayer, RPG
- Release
- Feb 18, 2014
- Developer
- Square Enix
- Publisher
- Square Enix
Join over 30 million adventurers worldwide and take part in an epic and ever-changing FINAL FANTASY. Experience an unforgettable story, exhilarating battles, and a myriad of captivating environments to explore.
MMORPGRPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationFantasyJRPGStory RichOpen WorldMultiplayerOnline Co-Op
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What you need for FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online needs about a Radeon RX 5600 XT for 60 fps at 1080p high and a Radeon RX 6700 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 | Radeon RX 5600 XT | Core i3-10100 |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB | Ryzen 9 7950X |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 6700 | Core i3-10100 |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Radeon RX 7900 XT | Ryzen 5 7400F |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 5070 | Core i3-10100 |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for FINAL FANTASY XIV Online →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 29 | 20 | 12 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 40 | 28 | 17 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 60 | 42 | 25 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 66 | 46 | 28 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 71 | 50 | 30 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 74 | 52 | 31 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 83 | 58 | 35 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 84 | 59 | 35 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 99 | 69 | 41 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 124 | 87 | 52 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 139 | 97 | 58 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 143 | 100 | 60 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 186 | 130 | 78 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 193 | 135 | 81 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 300+ | 215 | 129 |
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.
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows® 11 64 bit | Windows® 11 64 bit |
| Processor | Intel® Core™i5-8400 or higher | Intel® Core™i7-9700 or higher |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or higher, AMD Radeon RX 480 or higher | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or higher, AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT or higher |
| Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 140 GB | 140 GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Notes | System Requirements may be subject to change. If you are using a router, please set up your ports so that the below packets can pass through. [Ports that may be used] TCP：80, 443, 54992～54994, 55006～55007, 55021～55040 | System Requirements may be subject to change. If you are using a router, please set up your ports so that the below packets can pass through. [Ports that may be used] TCP：80, 443, 54992～54994, 55006～55007, 55021～55040 |
Source: Steam.
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Playable
Steam Deck · playable
- !Launcher interaction issues
- !Default controller configuration not fully functional
- !Default configuration is not performant
- !Gamepad not enabled by default
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Interface text is legible
Steam Machine · playable
- !Default controller configuration not fully functional
- !Gamepad not enabled by default
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
- ✗Default controller configuration not fully functional
- ✗Gamepad not enabled by default
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 33 high | Steam Deck Playable |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 35 medium | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 31 high | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 37 medium | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 37 medium | 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
- 41
- Metacritic
- 83
- Features
- Single-playerMulti-playerMMOPvPOnline PvPCo-opOnline Co-opCross-Platform MultiplayerAdjustable Text SizeCustom Volume ControlsKeyboard Only OptionDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportSave AnytimeStereo SoundSurround SoundPartial Controller SupportRemote Play on TabletFamily Sharing
- Languages (4)
- English, French, German, Japanese
Full audio: English, French, German, Japanese
Latest news & patches
- The FINAL FANTASY XIV & FINAL FANTASY XV Collaboration Event Returns!2026-09-22
- Patch 7.56 NotesPatch2026-09-08
- Moogle Treasure Trove - The First Hunt for Astronomy Commences September 9!2026-09-07
- The Rising Returns August 27!2026-08-21
- The Moonfire Faire Begins August 12!2026-08-05
- Gather One, Gather All─Yo-kai Watch Returns to Eorzea!2026-07-29
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can FINAL FANTASY XIV Online run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below FINAL FANTASY XIV Online's minimum spec (GeForce GTX 970). Our model still estimates ~49 fps at 1080p low (range 39–58, medium confidence, ±20%), but cards below the minimum may not be supported. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the Radeon RX 5600 XT (~61 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can FINAL FANTASY XIV Online run on Steam Deck?
Yes, with issues. Valve rates FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Steam Deck Playable. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~33 fps on the high preset (range 26–39, medium confidence, ±20%). Our spec-based model is conservative for games tuned for Steam Deck; Valve's test result comes first. 60 fps is out of reach; 40 fps works on medium. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for FINAL FANTASY XIV Online at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a Radeon RX 6700 or faster: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a Radeon RX 5600 XT is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 5070. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for FINAL FANTASY XIV Online by brand.
Can I run FINAL FANTASY XIV Online on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 2070 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU, gets ~63 fps at 1080p low. FINAL FANTASY XIV Online on the GeForce RTX 2070 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does FINAL FANTASY XIV Online need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 8 GB of RAM minimum and 16 GB recommended for FINAL FANTASY XIV Online.
How much storage does FINAL FANTASY XIV Online take?
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online needs 140 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows® 11 64 bit.