PC requirements
Killer Instinct System Requirements
Killer Instinct needs at least Intel Core i5-750 @ 2.67 GHz or AMD Phenom II X4 965 @ 3.4 GHz, 4 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 or AMD Radeon HD 5850 graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core i5-4670K @ 3.4GHz or AMD FX-4300 @ 3.8 GHz, 8 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 or AMD Radeon HD 7950 graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-750 @ 2.67 GHz or AMD Phenom II X4 965 @ 3.4 GHz | Intel Core i5-4670K @ 3.4GHz or AMD FX-4300 @ 3.8 GHz |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 or AMD Radeon HD 5850 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 or AMD Radeon HD 7950 |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 48 GB available space | 48 GB available space |
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Quick answers
Running Killer Instinct on PC
Can my PC run Killer Instinct?
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 Killer Instinct need?
48 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.