PC requirements
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 System Requirements
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 needs at least Core 2 Duo @ 2.0GHz, 2GB of RAM and 256 MB Video Card (GeForce 7800 GT / ATI X1900) graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core 2 Quad or higher, 2GB of RAM and 512 MB Video Card (GeForce GTX 260/ ATI Radeon 4870) graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows XP | Windows Vista or Windows 7 |
| Processor | Core 2 Duo @ 2.0GHz | Intel Core 2 Quad or higher |
| Memory | 2GB | 2GB |
| Graphics | 256 MB Video Card (GeForce 7800 GT / ATI X1900) | 512 MB Video Card (GeForce GTX 260/ ATI Radeon 4870) |
| Storage | 15 GB | — |
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Quick answers
Running Battlefield: Bad Company 2 on PC
Can my PC run Battlefield: Bad Company 2?
Compare your CPU, GPU and RAM against the minimum column below. If your parts match or beat every minimum row, the game will launch — though you may need to lower settings. Matching the recommended column is what gets you 60fps at 1080p.
How much storage does Battlefield: Bad Company 2 need?
15 GB
What is the difference between minimum and recommended specs?
Minimum means the game starts and is playable, usually at 30fps on low settings at 1080p. Recommended is the developer's target for a smooth 60fps experience at high settings.