PC requirements
Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel System Requirements
Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel needs at least 2.4 GHz Dual Core Processor, 2048 MB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce 8500 / ATI Radeon HD 2600 graphics. For the recommended experience you want 2.3 GHz Quad Core processor, 2048 MB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 / ATI Radeon HD 5850 graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows XP SP3 | Windows XP SP3/Vista/Win 7/Win 8 |
| Processor | 2.4 GHz Dual Core Processor | 2.3 GHz Quad Core processor |
| Memory | 2048 MB RAM | 2048 MB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce 8500 / ATI Radeon HD 2600 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 / ATI Radeon HD 5850 |
| DirectX | Version 9.0 | Version 10 |
| Storage | 13 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
| Additional notes | DirectX 9 Compliant | DirectX 9.0 c Compliant |
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Quick answers
Running Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel on PC
Can my PC run Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel?
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 Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel need?
13 GB available space
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.