Project Zomboid

Project Zomboid

By Luigi R. Updated: February 2026

To run Project Zomboid (2013) on PC you need at least a Intel 2.77GHz Quad-core processor and a Dedicated graphics card with 2 GB of RAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2 support (generally 2012 or newer), with 8GB of RAM and 50GB of free storage. For higher settings and frame rates, the recommended specs are a Intel Core i5 and a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 16GB of RAM. Check your exact PC against Project Zomboid with our free Can I Run It tool, estimate your frame rate with the FPS Estimator, or see the best GPU for Project Zomboid.

System Requirements

Minimum
  • CPU: Intel 2.77GHz Quad-core
  • GPU: Dedicated graphics card with 2 GB of RAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2 support (generally 2012 or newer)
  • RAM: 8
  • Storage: 50
Recommended
  • CPU: Intel Core i5
  • GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
  • RAM: 16
  • Storage: 50

Project Zomboid — Frequently Asked Questions

What are the minimum requirements for Project Zomboid?
Project Zomboid needs at least a Intel 2.77GHz Quad-core CPU and a Dedicated graphics card with 2 GB of RAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2 support (generally 2012 or newer) graphics card, 8GB of RAM and 50GB of storage.

What are the recommended specs for Project Zomboid?
For a smooth experience, Project Zomboid recommends a Intel Core i5 and a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 16GB of RAM.

How much RAM does Project Zomboid need?
Project Zomboid requires 8GB of RAM as a minimum, with 16GB recommended.

What GPU do you need to run Project Zomboid?
The minimum graphics card for Project Zomboid is a Dedicated graphics card with 2 GB of RAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2 support (generally 2012 or newer), while a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 is recommended for higher settings. Check any GPU against this game with our Can I Run It tool.