Best CPU for We Were Here (2026)
To get the most out of We Were Here, pair your graphics card with a CPU at or above its recommended processor. A too-slow CPU caps your frame rate no matter how strong the GPU is. Below are our picks by budget, chosen from real benchmark data.
Recommended processors by budget
| Tier | Our pick | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Intel Core i5-13500 Meets the recommended spec · 14 cores · ~$219.00 |
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| Sweet spot | Intel Core i7-13700KF High-FPS headroom at 1080p/1440p · 16 cores · ~$334.00 |
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The CPU sets your frame-rate ceiling. For high-refresh (144Hz+) or 1080p competitive play, lean toward the sweet-spot or high-end pick; at 4K the GPU does most of the work and a budget-tier CPU is usually enough.
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We Were Here system requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i5 4000 series or equivalent | Intel Core i5-4460 |
| GPU | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or equivalent, integrated graphics not supported | Nvidia GTX 1660TI or equivalent, integrated graphics not supported |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What CPU do I need for We Were Here?
A Intel Core i5-13500-class processor meets the recommended bar. For high frame rates a Intel Core i7-13700KF gives more headroom. Verify any chip with our free Can I Run It checker.
Does the CPU matter for We Were Here, or just the GPU?
Gaming is GPU-bound, so the graphics card matters most for raw settings and resolution. But the CPU sets your frame-rate ceiling — it matters most at high refresh rates, at 1080p, and in CPU-heavy games (strategy, simulation, open-world). A weak CPU paired with a strong GPU causes a bottleneck.
Will my CPU bottleneck We Were Here?
It can, if your CPU is much weaker than your GPU. Check the exact balance of your build with our free bottleneck calculator before buying either component.