Terraria
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce GTX 1630 (300+ fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Verified · 300+ fps ultra (est.)
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
- Release
- May 16, 2011
- Developer
- Re-Logic
- Publisher
- Re-Logic
Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!
Open World Survival CraftSandboxSurvival2DMultiplayerPixel GraphicsAdventureCraftingBuildingExploration
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What you need for Terraria
Terraria needs about a GeForce GTX 1630 for 60 fps at 1080p high and a GeForce GTX 1630 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 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 Terraria →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 300+ | 300+ | 252 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| 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.
Terraria system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | 2.0 Ghz No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. | Dual Core 3.0 Ghz No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. |
| Graphics | 128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ No specific model named. Estimated from the video memory requirement. | 256mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ No specific model named. Estimated from the video memory requirement. |
| Memory | 2.5 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 0.2 GB | 0.2 GB |
Source: Steam.
Terraria 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
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
Steam Machine · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 300+ ultra | Steam Deck Verified |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 300+ ultra | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 300+ ultra | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 300+ ultra | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 300+ ultra | 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
- Full
- DLC
- 2
- Steam achievements
- 137
- Metacritic
- 83
- Engine
- Microsoft XNA
- Features
- Single-playerMulti-playerPvPOnline PvPCo-opOnline Co-opSteam AchievementsFull controller supportSteam Trading CardsSteam CloudRemote Play on PhoneRemote Play on TabletRemote Play on TVFamily Sharing
- Languages (9)
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese
Latest news & patches
- Terraria State of the Game - August 20262026-08-30
- Terraria 1.4.5.7 - Out Now for PC! (Console/Mobile Soon)2026-08-19
- Terraria State of the Game - July 20262026-07-30
- Terraria State of the Game - June 20262026-06-25
- Terraria: Design Works - Preorder yours today!2026-06-18
- Terraria 15th Anniversary Collector's Edition - Preorders are now open!2026-06-10
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Terraria run on a GTX 1650?
Yes. The GeForce GTX 1650 is well above Terraria's recommended spec. We estimate 300+ fps at 1080p high (range 300+, medium confidence, ±20%), GPU-limited. At 1440p high expect 300+ fps, so every preset holds 60 fps. Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Terraria run on Steam Deck?
Yes. Valve rates Terraria Steam Deck Verified. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate 300+ fps on the ultra preset (range 300+, medium confidence, ±20%). 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 Terraria at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a GeForce GTX 1630 or faster: ~252 fps (range 202–300+, medium confidence, ±20%). 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 Terraria by brand.
Can I run Terraria 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: 300+ fps (range 300+, medium confidence, ±20%). Terraria on the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Terraria need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 2.5 GB of RAM minimum and 4 GB recommended for Terraria.
How much storage does Terraria take?
Terraria needs 0.2 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam.