Zenless Zone Zero
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 970
- Recommended
- GeForce GTX 1660
- 60 fps 1080p high
- Radeon RX 9050 4GB (~70 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Playable · ~36 fps ultra (est.)
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, RPG, Free To Play
- Release
- Jun 16, 2026
- Developer
- COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD.
- Publisher
- COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD.
Zenless Zone Zero is HoYoverse’s brand-new urban fantasy ARPG. Players act as "Proxies" who explore Hollows alongside a wide range of unique Agents, fighting enemies, and completing commissions on their journey to unveil the mysteries behind New Eridu.
AnimeFree to PlayActionCuteHack and SlashFunnyGreat SoundtrackStory RichPost-apocalypticStylized
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What you need for Zenless Zone Zero
Zenless Zone Zero needs about a Radeon RX 9050 4GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and a GeForce RTX 3060 8GB 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 9050 4GB | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | Radeon RX 7600 | Ryzen 5 5600X |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3060 8GB | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | Ryzen 9 3900X |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Zenless Zone Zero →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 39 | 27 | 16 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 54 | 38 | 23 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 81 | 57 | 34 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 89 | 62 | 37 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 97 | 68 | 41 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 101 | 70 | 42 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 112 | 79 | 47 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 114 | 80 | 48 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 134 | 93 | 56 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 168 | 118 | 71 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 188 | 131 | 79 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 194 | 135 | 81 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 252 | 176 | 106 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 261 | 183 | 110 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 300+ | 291 | 175 |
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.
Zenless Zone Zero system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Win10 64-bit | Win10 64-bit |
| Processor | i5 Intel Core (7th Gen) No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. | i7 Intel Core (10th Gen) No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX970 | GeForce GTX1660 |
| Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 75 GB | 75 GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Notes | HDD Supported, SSD Recommended | HDD Supported, SSD Recommended |
Source: Steam.
Zenless Zone Zero on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Playable
Steam Deck · playable
- !Launcher interaction issues
- !Default controller configuration not fully functional
- !Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- !Interface text is not legible
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
Steam Machine · playable
- !Launcher interaction issues
- !Default controller configuration not fully functional
- !Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
- ✗Launcher interaction issues
- ✗Default controller configuration not fully functional
- ✗Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 36 ultra | Steam Deck Playable |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 37 high | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 34 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 31 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 31 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
- 0
- Features
- Single-playerIn-App PurchasesGamepad RecommendedDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportPartial Controller SupportFamily Sharing
- Languages (13)
- English, Simplified Chinese, Korean, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Russian, Indonesian, Japanese, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese - Brazil
Full audio: English, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Japanese
Latest news & patches
- Version 3.2 "Their Secret Histories" Update AnnouncementPatch2026-09-08
- Version 3.2 "Their Secret Histories" Special Program Announcement2026-08-24
- 🎨 New Zenless Zone Zero Items in the Steam Points Shop! 🎨2026-07-29
- Version 3.1 "The Long Goodbye" Update AnnouncementPatch2026-07-28
- Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.1 "The Long Goodbye" Special Program Announcement2026-07-15
- How to Fix the Issue of Linking the Wrong HoYoverse Account2026-06-18
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Zenless Zone Zero run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below Zenless Zone Zero's minimum spec (GeForce GTX 970). Our model still estimates ~66 fps at 1080p low (range 53–79, 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 9050 4GB (~70 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Zenless Zone Zero run on Steam Deck?
Yes, with issues. Valve rates Zenless Zone Zero Steam Deck Playable. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~36 fps on the ultra preset (range 28–43, medium confidence, ±20%). Our spec-based model is conservative for games tuned for Steam Deck; Valve's test result comes first. 60 fps is reachable on the low preset. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Zenless Zone Zero at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a GeForce RTX 3060 8GB or faster: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a Radeon RX 9050 4GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Zenless Zone Zero by brand.
Can I run Zenless Zone Zero on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 2060 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~70 fps (range 56–84, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU, gets ~86 fps at 1080p low. Zenless Zone Zero on the GeForce RTX 2060 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Zenless Zone Zero need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 8 GB of RAM minimum and 8 GB recommended for Zenless Zone Zero.
How much storage does Zenless Zone Zero take?
Zenless Zone Zero needs 75 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 Win10 64-bit.