NBA 2K27
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 1060 6GB · Core i5-9400F
- Recommended
- GeForce RTX 2070 · Core i5-10600K
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce RTX 3060 12GB (~63 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Verified · ~37 fps medium (est.)
- Genres
- Sports
- Release
- Sep 3, 2026
- Developer
- Visual Concepts
- Publisher
- 2K
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What you need for NBA 2K27
NBA 2K27 needs about a GeForce RTX 3060 12GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and a GeForce RTX 3070 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 3060 12GB | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | Ryzen 5 7600X |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3070 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | GeForce RTX 4080 Super | Ryzen 9 5950X |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for NBA 2K27 →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 25 | 18 | 11 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 35 | 25 | 15 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 53 | 37 | 22 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 58 | 40 | 24 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 63 | 44 | 26 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 65 | 46 | 27 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 73 | 51 | 30 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 74 | 52 | 31 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 86 | 60 | 36 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 109 | 76 | 46 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 121 | 85 | 51 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 125 | 88 | 53 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 163 | 114 | 68 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 169 | 118 | 71 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 269 | 188 | 113 |
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.
NBA 2K27 system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-Bit (latest update) | Windows 11 64-Bit (latest update) |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i5-9400 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 1400 | Intel® Core™ i5-10600 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600X |
| Graphics | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 5 GB or AMD Radeon™ RX 5500 XT 4 GB or Intel® Arc™ A580 | NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2070 8 GB or AMD Radeon™ RX 5700 8 GB or Intel® Arc™ A770 |
| Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Video memory | 5 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 110 GB | 110 GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Notes | SSD Required. Dual-analog Gamepad recommended. Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include DirectX and Visual C++ Redistributable 2019. In order to play NBA 2K27 on PC, you need a processor capable of supporting AVX2 and a graphics card capable of supporting DirectX feature level 12.0. | SSD Required. Dual-analog Gamepad recommended. Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include DirectX and Visual C++ Redistributable 2019. In order to play NBA 2K27 on PC, you need a processor capable of supporting AVX2 and a graphics card capable of supporting DirectX feature level 12.0. |
Source: Steam.
NBA 2K27 on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Verified
Steam Deck · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Interface text is legible
- ✓Default configuration is performant
Steam Machine · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 37 medium | Steam Deck Verified |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 31 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 36 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 32 medium | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 32 medium | Steam Deck Verified · 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
- 4
- Steam achievements
- 48
- Features
- Single-playerMulti-playerPvPOnline PvPShared/Split Screen PvPCo-opOnline Co-opShared/Split Screen Co-opShared/Split ScreenSteam AchievementsIn-App PurchasesGamepad RecommendedDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportPartial Controller SupportSteam CloudRemote Play TogetherFamily Sharing
- Languages (10)
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Portuguese - Brazil
Full audio: English
Latest news & patches
- NBA 2K27 Gameplay Updates (September 17)Patch2026-09-17
- NBA 2K27 Patch Notes v1.5Patch2026-09-11
- NBA 2K27 IS LIVE2026-09-04
- NBA 2K27 With NVIDIA DLSS 5 - Available Now 2026-09-04
- NBA 2K27 Patch Notes v1.4Patch2026-09-03
- NBA 2K27 Patch Notes v1.3Patch2026-08-31
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can NBA 2K27 run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below NBA 2K27's minimum spec (GeForce GTX 1060 6GB). Our model still estimates ~43 fps at 1080p low (range 34–51, 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 3060 12GB (~63 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can NBA 2K27 run on Steam Deck?
Yes. Valve rates NBA 2K27 Steam Deck Verified. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~37 fps on the medium preset (range 30–45, 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 low. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for NBA 2K27 at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a GeForce RTX 3070 or faster: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for NBA 2K27 by brand.
Can I run NBA 2K27 on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 2080 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 ~55 fps at 1080p low. NBA 2K27 on the GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does NBA 2K27 need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 8 GB of RAM minimum and 16 GB recommended for NBA 2K27. For the graphics card it lists video memory of 5 GB at minimum and 8 GB recommended.
How much storage does NBA 2K27 take?
NBA 2K27 needs 110 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam, and the publisher says an SSD is required. The minimum operating system is Windows 10 64-Bit (latest update).