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info General Information
Release Date
Feb 8, 2018 Feb 4, 2022
Developer
Facepunch Studios Techland
Publisher
Facepunch Studios Techland Publishing
Genre(s)
Survival, Sandbox, Multiplayer, PvP, Action Action RPG, Open World, Survival Horror, Parkour, First-Person
Engine
Unity C-Engine (Techland's in-house engine)
stars Ratings & Price
Content Rating
M (Mature 17+) Mature 17+
Avg. User Rating
4.4 / 5.0 4.0 / 5.0
Current Price (USD)
$39.99 $59.99
tune Key Specs
Quick Highlights
  • Perspective: First-Person
  • Multiplayer: Online Multiplayer Only
  • Platforms: PC (Windows, macOS), PlayStation 4, Xbox One
  • Core Concept: Unforgiving, player-driven PvP survival with deep base building and raiding.
  • Full Release: 2018-02-08
  • Unique Feature: The server 'wipe' cycle, which regularly resets progress and creates a fresh start, fostering a unique and highly replayable gameplay loop.
  • Perspective: First-Person
  • Multiplayer: Cooperative (4 players online for entire campaign)
  • Setting: Villedor ('The City'), Post-Apocalyptic Europe, 20+ years after Harran Virus outbreak
  • Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch (Cloud Version)
  • Unique Feature: Advanced Parkour System, Day/Night Cycle Impacting Gameplay, Branching Narrative with Faction Choices, Melee-Focused Combat, Infection Management.
sports_esports Gameplay & Mechanics
Companions/Followers
  • Horse: Horses can be found in the wild and claimed by players. They serve as a primary mode of transportation and can be equipped with horseshoes and saddlebags for increased stamina and storage.
    Equine
  • Clan Mates: Rust is fundamentally a social game. Your most important companions are other human players you team up with. A well-coordinated clan can dominate a server through numbers, strategy, and shared resources.
    Human (Player)
  • Co-op Players (Online): Up to 3 other players can join the host's game in online co-op. They control their own Aiden characters with their respective progression. Teammates can revive each other, combine combat efforts, and assist in completing quests and exploring The City. Loot is generally instanced or shared fairly.
    Human (Other Players' Aidens)
  • Story-Specific AI Companions (Temporary): During certain main story missions or side quests, key NPC characters will temporarily accompany Aiden, providing combat support and unique dialogue. They are AI-controlled and their presence is scripted for those specific mission segments. They are not persistent, commandable companions.
    Human (Key NPCs like Lawan, Hakon)
Key Collectibles
  • Scrap: Found by breaking barrels and looting monuments. Scrap is the most important resource in the game, used for researching blueprints, crafting components, and trading at NPC outposts.
  • Components: Found in crates and barrels. Items like Gears, Metal Pipes, and Rifle Bodies are essential components required to craft advanced weapons and items.
  • Inhibitors (GRE Crates): Found in GRE Quarantine Buildings, Military Convoys, Airdrops, and other high-risk locations. Essential for upgrading Aiden's maximum Health and Stamina, which in turn unlocks access to higher-tier Combat and Parkour skills.
  • Mementos (Notes, Recordings, Dog Tags, Newspapers, etc.): Lore items scattered throughout Villedor that provide backstory about the world, The Fall, key characters, and the daily struggles of survivors. Found in buildings, safe zones, and quest locations.
  • Graffiti Tags (Street Art): Collectible pieces of street art created by various artists in The City. Often found in hard-to-reach parkour locations, requiring skilled traversal to find and collect.
  • Tapes (Music & Story): Audio tapes that can be played on Aiden's cassette player. Some are music tracks, while others contain story segments, interviews, or personal logs providing more lore.
  • Blueprints: Recipes for crafting weapon mods, consumables (medkits, boosters), throwables, and arrows/bolts. Found in the world, as quest rewards, or purchased from Craftmasters.
Key Themes
  • Survival
  • PvP
  • Base Building
  • Crafting
  • Post-Apocalyptic
  • Sandbox
  • Player Interaction
  • Betrayal
  • Post-Apocalypse
  • Zombie Outbreak
  • Survival
  • Moral Choices & Consequences
  • Faction Warfare
  • Parkour & Freedom of Movement
  • Hope vs. Despair
  • Humanity's Struggle
  • Infection & Transformation
  • Scavenging & Crafting
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Weapons Overview
  • Primitive Weapons: Melee, Bows
    Early-game weapons crafted from wood, stone, and bone. Includes spears, the Hunting Bow, and the Crossbow. Essential for initial survival and hunting.
  • Mid-Tier Firearms: Pistols, SMGs, Shotguns
    The first firearms players can craft at a Tier 2 Workbench. Includes the Revolver, Semi-Automatic Pistol, Thompson SMG, and Pump Shotgun.
  • High-Tier Firearms: Assault Rifles, Sniper Rifles
    The most powerful weapons in the game, requiring a Tier 3 Workbench to craft. Includes the iconic Assault Rifle (AK), LR-300, and the L96 Sniper Rifle.
  • Explosives: Raiding Tools
    Essential for raiding enemy bases. Includes Satchel Charges, Timed Explosive Charges (C4), and Rockets, which require large amounts of Sulfur to craft.
  • Melee Weapons (One-Handed & Two-Handed): Various (Axes, Maces, Swords, Machetes, Hammers, Knives, Pipes, Bats, Knuckledusters)
    The primary combat tools. Weapons have rarity tiers (Common to Artifact), durability, and can be enhanced with craftable mods (e.g., adding elemental damage like fire/shock, increasing impact, critical chance, or durability). Different weapon types have varying attack speeds, damage, and special properties (e.g., blunt weapons good against armor, slashing against unarmored).
  • Bows & Crossbows: Ranged (Silent, Precision)
    Silent ranged weapons ideal for stealth and taking out enemies from a distance. Various arrow/bolt types can be crafted (standard, fire, shock, explosive, poison, UV). The PK Crossbow is a powerful late-game reward.
  • Throwables: Tactical/Explosive/Utility
    Craftable items like Molotov Cocktails, DIY Grenades, UV Bars (temporary UV light source), Decoys (to distract infected), Mines, C4, Throwing Knives.
  • Gear & Consumables (Boosters): Utility/Buffs
    Boosters provide temporary enhancements to combat, parkour, health regeneration, or resistances. Medkits are essential for healing. Craftable using herbs and other resources.
  • UV Flashlight: Defensive Tool
    An essential tool, especially at night. Its UV light weakens and repels Volatiles and other light-sensitive infected, creating temporary safe opportunities. Can be upgraded for intensity and duration.
  • Firearms (Limited): Ranged (Ballistic - Rare)
    While the game is primarily melee-focused due to ammo scarcity in The City, some limited firearms like makeshift pistols or shotguns (e.g., 'Boomstick') can be found or crafted, but ammo is extremely rare and they are generally less sustainable than melee or bows.
Armor / Gear Sets
  • Primitive Armor: Early-game armor crafted from wood and bone. Offers minimal protection but is cheap to produce.
  • Road Sign & Metal Armor: The standard mid-to-late game armor. The Road Sign Jacket and Kilt offer a good balance of protection and mobility. The Metal Facemask and Chestplate provide the best projectile protection but are expensive and slow the player down.
  • Hazmat Suit: A unique, one-piece suit that provides excellent protection against radiation, allowing players to loot high-tier monuments. It offers only moderate protection against projectiles and cannot be worn with other armor.
  • Gear Pieces (Head, Chest, Gloves, Bracers, Pants, Shoes): Players equip six pieces of gear, each belonging to a specific class (Tank, Brawler, Medic, Ranger) that provides bonuses tailored to that playstyle (e.g., Tank gear offers more damage resistance, Brawler gear more melee damage). Gear has rarity tiers (Common to Artifact) and provides stats like armor, damage resistance, and specific perks (e.g., +% damage at night, reduced stamina cost for parkour). Gear can be found, bought, or earned as quest rewards.
  • Cosmetic Outfits (Transmog): A transmogrification system allows players to change the appearance of their equipped gear to look like any other gear piece they have collected, without altering its stats. Many full cosmetic outfits are also available through events, DLC, or store purchases.
Outfits/Customization
  • Cosmetic Skins: Players can buy and trade a massive variety of cosmetic skins for nearly every item in the game, including weapons, armor, clothing, doors, and deployable items. These skins are applied to an item and do not change its stats.
  • Gear Sets (Tank, Brawler, Medic, Ranger): Players equip six pieces of gear (Head, Torso, Gloves, Wrists, Legs, Feet). Each piece belongs to a class (Tank, Brawler, Medic, Ranger) providing specific gameplay bonuses (e.g., damage reduction, melee damage, healing effectiveness, ranged damage). Gear has visual variety based on its class, rarity, and faction origin (PK, Survivor, Renegade aesthetic). A transmog system allows players to change equipped gear's appearance to any owned style.
  • Cosmetic Outfits & Skins: Full cosmetic outfits that change Aiden's entire appearance without affecting stats are available through game progression, events, DLC, or store purchases (e.g., Nightrunner outfit, Peacekeeper outfit, various themed bundles).
  • Weapon Charms: Small cosmetic charms that can be attached to melee weapons for personalization.
trending_up Progression & Upgrades
Skills & Progression
N/A

Aiden has two main skill trees: Combat (unlocking new melee moves, weapon proficiency, and toughness) and Parkour (unlocking advanced traversal abilities like wall runs, slides, and improved jumps). Skill points are earned by performing combat actions and parkour maneuvers respectively. Inhibitors, found in GRE containers, are used to upgrade Health and Stamina, which also gate access to higher-tier skills. Crafting allows Aiden to create weapon mods, consumables (medkits, boosters), and throwable items using scavenged resources. Blueprints for crafting are found or earned.

public World & Exploration
World & Level Design
N/A

The City of Villedor is significantly larger than Harran from the first game, divided into two main districts: Old Villedor (a more classic European-style area with smaller buildings, easier for early parkour) and the Central Loop (a modern downtown area with skyscrapers, requiring advanced parkour tools like the grappling hook and paraglider). There are also surrounding areas, GRE Quarantines, and Dark Hollows. The map is dense with verticality, encouraging rooftop traversal.

Playable Vehicles
  • Modular Cars: Ground Vehicle
    Players can find rusted car chassis on the road and repair them using modular engine parts. Cars can be customized with different modules, including armored cockpits, storage, and passenger seats.
  • Minicopter & Scrap Transport Helicopter: Air Vehicle
    Small, agile helicopters that can be found and fueled. They are the fastest way to travel and are highly sought-after for scouting and transporting small teams.
  • Boats: Watercraft
    Motorboats and RHIBs (Rigid-Hulled Inflatable Boats) that spawn along the coast. They are essential for traversing the ocean, reaching offshore monuments like the Oil Rigs, and for piracy.
  • Paraglider: Personal Traversal Gear (Aerial)
    An essential tool unlocked progression, allowing Aiden to glide from high places, cover large distances quickly, and navigate the verticality of the Central Loop. Can be upgraded for better maneuverability and features like a UV light attachment.
  • Grappling Hook: Personal Traversal Gear (Utility)
    A versatile tool used to swing across gaps, pull Aiden towards anchor points, and aid in climbing. It functions more like a physics-based swing rather than a point-and-zip line in some games. Upgradable for range and functionality.
  • Traversal on Foot (Parkour): Player Locomotion
    The primary mode of movement. Dying Light 2 features an advanced and fluid parkour system, allowing Aiden to run, jump, climb, slide, wall-run, and use various environmental elements to navigate The City's rooftops and streets with agility.
Notable Fauna/Mounts
N/A
  • Infected Humans (Various Stages & Types - Virals, Biters, Goons, Demolishers, Volatiles, etc.): Homo sapiens infectus (Harran Virus)
    Primary Antagonistic Force, Ranging from common fodder to elite/boss-level threats.
  • Dogs (Feral/Infected - Howlers): Canis familiaris (Infected)
    Hostile, Howlers alert other infected to Aiden's presence.
  • Rats & Crows: Rodentia / Corvidae
    Ambient wildlife, can sometimes indicate nearby loot or danger, generally non-hostile but can be startled.
  • Deer (Mentioned/Implied in hunting for resources, but not live interactive animals typically): Cervidae
    Primarily a source for crafting resources (leather, bones) through looting or specific contexts rather than live hunting encounters in the city.
book Story & Characters
Main Characters
  • The Survivor: Playable Character
    The player character. Their gender, race, and physical attributes are randomly and permanently assigned to their Steam ID upon first joining a server. There is no in-game character creator.
  • Aiden Caldwell: Protagonist (Pilgrim)
    An infected survivor with exceptional parkour and combat abilities. He travels to The City searching for his sister, Mia, from whom he was separated during GRE experiments as a child. Aiden is resourceful, determined, and his choices shape the fate of Villedor.
  • Lawan: Ally / Potential Romantic Interest
    A strong, independent, and cynical survivor in The City, driven by a desire for revenge against Colonel Waltz. She becomes a crucial ally to Aiden and is skilled in combat and parkour. Voiced and motion-captured by Rosario Dawson.
  • Hakon: Ally / Nightrunner
    An experienced Nightrunner who helps Aiden navigate The City early in his journey. He is knowledgeable about survival and the city's factions but has his own hidden agenda and complex allegiances.
  • Colonel Lucas Waltz: Main Antagonist (Former GRE Scientist / Renegade Leader)
    A brilliant but ruthless scientist formerly with the GRE, now the leader of the Renegades. He is obsessed with finding a cure for his own condition and is connected to Aiden and Mia's past experiments. He possesses superhuman abilities due to self-experimentation.
  • Frank Marwey: Supporting Character / Former Nightrunner Leader
    The former leader of the Nightrunners, now a disillusioned and alcoholic owner of the Fish Eye Canteen. He possesses valuable information and contacts within The City.
  • Major Jack Matt: Faction Leader (Peacekeepers)
    The stern and militaristic commander of the Peacekeepers in the Central Loop. He seeks to impose order and security through strict control and military might.
  • Sophie: Faction Figure (Survivors - Old Villedor)
    A key figure among the Survivors in the Bazaar in Old Villedor, trying to protect her community. Her brother, Barney, often causes trouble.
  • Carl: Faction Figure (Survivors - Central Loop)
    One of the leaders of the Survivors faction operating from the PK Floating Fortress in the Central Loop, advocating for a more communal and less authoritarian approach.
  • Various other supporting characters: Quest Givers, Faction Members, Survivors
    Numerous other characters populate The City, offering quests, information, and representing the diverse struggles of those living in the post-apocalypse.
Example Missions
  • Player-Driven Objectives
    Rust does not have developer-created missions or quests. All objectives are set by the players themselves. Common goals include building a secure base, progressing through the tech tree to craft high-tier weapons, raiding a powerful rival clan, or controlling key monuments on the map.
  • Main Story Quests (Aiden's Search for Mia)
    A series of narrative-driven missions that follow Aiden Caldwell's journey to find his sister Mia, unravel his past with the GRE experiments, and navigate the faction conflicts within Villedor. These missions involve critical choices that shape the city and its inhabitants.
  • Side Quests (Citizen Requests & Stories)
    Numerous optional quests given by various NPCs throughout The City. These offer diverse scenarios, from helping survivors with personal problems and investigating mysteries to undertaking dangerous tasks for factions or individuals. They provide XP, rewards, and further insight into the world.
  • Facility Assignment Missions (Water Towers & Electrical Stations)
    Key missions where Aiden must secure and assign control of vital city infrastructure (Water Towers, Electrical Stations) to either the Peacekeepers or the Survivors. This choice permanently alters the zone, adding faction-specific parkour aids (e.g., PK traps, Survivor ziplines/airbags) and changing NPC presence.
  • GRE Anomaly Fights (Revenants)
    Night-time boss encounters against powerful, unique infected called Revenants found at specific GRE Anomaly sites. Defeating them rewards Combat XP, valuable loot, and often Inhibitors.
  • GRE Quarantine Buildings & Dark Hollows
    Daytime-infested or night-time high-risk indoor locations that contain valuable loot, crafting materials, and Inhibitors. GRE Quarantines are multi-level challenges, while Dark Hollows are smaller but often guarded by Volatiles at night.
  • Windmills & Metro Stations (Safe Zone Activation)
    Activate windmills by completing parkour challenges to power them up, creating new Survivor safe zones. Clear out infected and restore power to Metro Stations to unlock them as fast travel points and larger safe zones.
  • Airdrops & Military Convoys
    Locate and loot valuable supplies from GRE airdrops (often on rooftops or in dangerous areas) and abandoned military convoys. These contain high-tier gear, crafting parts, and Inhibitors.
  • Parkour Challenges & Combat Challenges
    Timed challenges that test Aiden's parkour skills (reaching checkpoints within a time limit) or combat abilities (defeating waves of enemies). Award medals and XP based on performance.
  • Story DLC Missions (e.g., 'Bloody Ties')
    Self-contained narrative expansions with new storylines, characters, locations, and rewards. 'Bloody Ties' focuses on a brutal arena tournament.
people Multiplayer
Multiplayer Details
N/A

Features a 4-player online cooperative mode, allowing players to experience the entire main story campaign and most side activities together. Players can join a host's game, and progression is largely tied to the host, though players retain their character progression and inventory. Co-op enhances combat and exploration with team tactics.

extension Editions & DLC
Available Editions
N/A

Available in Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate Editions. Deluxe Edition included digital artbook, soundtrack, exclusive weapon charms, wallpapers, comic, and the first story DLC ('Bloody Ties'). Ultimate Edition included all Deluxe content, plus the second story DLC (yet to be released as of mid-2024), 2h Night XP Boost, crafting items, and two more outfit/weapon skin packs. A Collector's Edition with physical items was also available.

Post-Launch Content / DLC
N/A

Techland has committed to 5+ years of post-launch support. The first story DLC, 'Bloody Ties' (arena combat themed), has been released. A second major story DLC is planned. Numerous free updates have added new content, features (like transmog, new parkour challenges, graphics options), seasonal events, and cosmetic packs (Chapter Agents, skin bundles).

help_outline FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q: Can you play Rust solo?
    A: Yes, but it is extremely challenging. The game is designed around player interaction and PvP, and solo players are at a significant disadvantage against organized groups (clans).
  • Q: How do I change my character's appearance?
    A: You cannot. Your character's physical appearance (gender, race, etc.) is randomly generated and permanently tied to your game account (e.g., your Steam ID). The only way to change it is to use a different account.
  • Q: What is a 'wipe'?
    A: A wipe is a server reset. On a set schedule (usually weekly or monthly), all player-built structures are removed, and everyone starts fresh with a rock and a torch. This ensures a level playing field and keeps the game from becoming stagnant.
  • Q: Is Rust pay-to-win?
    A: No. The game is a one-time purchase. All paid content is purely cosmetic (skins) or optional (DLC with themed items like instruments) and provides no gameplay advantage.
  • Q: Is Dying Light 2 a direct sequel to the first Dying Light?
    A: Yes, Dying Light 2 Stay Human is set approximately 20 years after the events of the original Dying Light and its 'The Following' expansion. While it features a new protagonist (Aiden) and setting (The City of Villedor), it exists in the same universe and references past events and characters like Spike.
  • Q: How important are choices in Dying Light 2?
    A: Choices are a significant gameplay mechanic. Aiden's decisions during main quests and some side quests can have major consequences, affecting faction control over city districts (which changes the environment with faction-specific parkour tools or traps), the fate of characters, and the overall narrative outcome. The game features multiple ending variations.
  • Q: What is the Day/Night cycle like?
    A: The Day/Night cycle is a core feature. Daytime is generally safer for exploration and completing objectives, with fewer aggressive infected. Night-time is extremely dangerous, with more powerful infected like Volatiles roaming the streets. However, night offers increased XP gain and access to specific locations (like Dark Hollows and Forsaken Stores) that contain valuable loot but are heavily infested during the day.
  • Q: How does the infection mechanic work for Aiden?
    A: Aiden is infected with the Harran Virus. He wears a biomarker that tracks his immunity levels. When in darkness or away from UV light sources for too long, his immunity drops, and if it reaches zero, he will turn into a Viral. Players must manage this by using UV lamps, UV shrooms, inhibitors, or returning to safe zones before turning.
  • Q: Are there firearms in Dying Light 2?
    A: The base game is heavily focused on melee combat and bows due to a story premise that firearms and ammunition became extremely scarce after The Fall. While some makeshift firearms like the 'Boomstick' (a craftable shotgun) exist, and more traditional firearms were added in later updates (like the 'Firearms Update' in early 2024), melee remains the primary combat style.
build Technical Details
Graphics & Visual Fidelity
N/A

Powered by Techland's C-Engine, the game showcases a detailed and dilapidated urban environment. It features advanced lighting, dense geometry, volumetric fog, and detailed character/infected models. Ray tracing options (Global Illumination, Shadows, Reflections, Ambient Occlusion) are available on PC and current-gen consoles, significantly enhancing visual fidelity but also being very demanding.

Audio & Soundtrack
N/A

Original score composed by Olivier Deriviere, featuring a dynamic system that adapts the music to gameplay intensity and player actions (e.g., during parkour sequences or intense combat). Sound design emphasizes visceral melee impacts, distinct infected vocalizations, and the atmospheric tension of night-time exploration. The Biomarker's ticking sound adds to the infection mechanic's urgency.

User Interface (UI/UX)
N/A

First-person HUD displaying health, stamina, infection timer (biomarker), equipped weapon/tool, and objective markers. A compass aids navigation. Crafting and inventory menus are accessible. Skill trees are visually represented. The day-night cycle and infection status are prominent UI elements.

Accessibility Options
N/A

Offers a range of accessibility options: customizable controls (key remapping on PC), subtitle customization (size, background, speaker names), colorblind modes, options to change QTEs from taps to holds, aim assist, adjustable FOV (PC), motion blur toggle, head bob toggle, and various audio/visual cues.

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settings_applications System Requirements
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended RT (1080p ~60 FPS, High RT Preset) (Ray Tracing High Preset (likely with DLSS/FSR Quality/Performance))
CPU: CPU for 1080p/60FPS with RT.
CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPUs.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS with High RT.
GPU (Laptop): High-end RT capable laptop GPUs. 8GB+ VRAM crucial, upscaling vital.
RAM: 16GB RAM required.
Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile (8GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 3080 Mobile or RTX 4080 Mobile would provide a more stable high RT experience.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB NVMe SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum RT (1080p ~30 FPS, Low RT Preset) (Ray Tracing Low Preset (likely with DLSS/FSR Quality/Balanced))
CPU: CPU for 1080p/30FPS with RT.
CPU (Laptop): Mid-to-high range laptop CPU.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for 1080p/30FPS with RT.
GPU (Laptop): Entry-level RT capable laptop GPUs. Upscaling essential.
RAM: 16GB RAM required.
Storage: SSD required.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-8600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (8GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) / RTX 4050 Mobile (6GB, High TGP). **An RTX 3070 Mobile or RTX 4060 Mobile would be significantly better for RT.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Targets 1080p, High settings, ~60+ FPS) (High Preset, 1080p resolution, aiming for a consistent 60 FPS in typical gameplay.)
CPU: Official recommended desktop CPU. Strong single-core performance is key.
CPU (Laptop): A strong mobile CPU is needed to handle the game's processing demands and maintain a stable framerate.
GPU: Official recommended desktop GPUs. There is a very large performance gap here; an RTX 3060 is a much stronger recommendation.
GPU (Laptop): Good laptop GPUs for a solid 1080p high-refresh-rate experience, especially with DLSS.
RAM: 16GB RAM is officially recommended and is highly advised for smoother gameplay.
Storage: An SSD is strongly recommended for this tier to ensure fast loading.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-4790K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 570 Series
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H or better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Laptop)
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset, No Ray Tracing) (High Preset, Ray Tracing OFF)
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p/60FPS without RT.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range to high-end laptop CPUs.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS High without RT.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs. 6GB+ VRAM crucial.
RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended.
Storage: SSD strongly recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-8600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (8GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H equivalent or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) / RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) or AMD Radeon RX 6600M. **An RTX 3060 Mobile (High TGP) or RTX 4060 Mobile is a good target for 1080p High 60FPS.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Targets 1080p, Low settings, ~30-60 FPS) (Low Preset, 1080p resolution. Framerate can be highly variable depending on server population and base complexity.)
CPU: Official minimum desktop CPU requirement.
CPU (Laptop): The official minimum specs already list mobile-class CPUs, indicating these are the baseline.
GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU. This is an entry-level card, making the game accessible but visually compromised.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs for minimum settings. An RTX 3050 or better is strongly recommended for a much smoother experience and access to DLSS.
RAM: 10GB RAM is the official minimum requirement, an unusual amount that suggests 8GB may struggle.
Storage: An HDD is technically sufficient for the minimum spec, but an SSD is strongly recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-8250U or AMD Ryzen 5 5500
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-8250U / AMD Ryzen 5 5500 or better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5050 Laptop)
layersRAM: 10 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB HDD
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (1080p ~30 FPS, Low Preset, No Ray Tracing) (Low Preset, Ray Tracing OFF)
CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for 1080p at lower settings without RT.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent. Newer i5/Ryzen 5 H-series recommended.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for 1080p at lower settings without RT.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. 4GB VRAM is absolute minimum.
RAM: Minimum RAM requirement.
Storage: HDD is absolute minimum, expect long load times.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i3-9100 or AMD Ryzen 3 2300X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 560 (4GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-9300H / AMD Ryzen 5 3550H equivalent or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5500M. **An RTX 3050 Mobile or RTX 4050 Mobile would be a much better entry point for stable 1080p Low/Medium.**
layersRAM: 8 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB HDD
1440p (QHD/2K) - High RT (1440p ~60 FPS, High RT Preset with DLSS/FSR Performance) (Ray Tracing High Preset, DLSS/FSR Performance)
CPU: Desktop CPU for 1440p/60FPS with RT.
CPU (Laptop): Top-tier laptop CPUs.
GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS with High RT.
GPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop GPUs needed. 12GB+ VRAM essential.
RAM: 32GB RAM strongly recommended.
Storage: NVMe SSD required.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-11700K or AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (12GB) / RTX 4070 Ti (12GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900H / AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 4090 Mobile would be better. Even then, fine-tuning settings and upscaling will be essential.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB NVMe SSD
1440p (QHD/2K) - High (Targets 1440p, High settings, ~60+ FPS) (High Preset, 1440p resolution, aiming for high refresh rate gameplay. Upscaling (DLSS Quality) is recommended.)
CPU: A powerful modern CPU with high single-thread performance and/or 3D V-Cache is crucial to avoid bottlenecks at 1440p.
CPU (Laptop): High-performance laptop CPUs are essential for a consistent high-refresh-rate 1440p experience in a CPU-bound game like Rust.
GPU: Desktop GPUs capable of a strong 1440p/60FPS experience, especially with DLSS. A future RTX 5060 would likely be very well-suited for this tier.
GPU (Laptop): A high-TGP RTX 4070 or RTX 3070 Ti Laptop is the ideal target for 1440p. A future RTX 5060 Ti Laptop would offer an even better experience.
RAM: 16GB RAM is the minimum for smooth 1440p gaming; 32GB can help reduce stutters in extremely demanding situations.
Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is recommended for the best loading times and performance at 1440p.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-13600K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-13650HX / AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS or newer.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop (8GB), RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Ti Laptop)
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB NVMe SSD
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra RT (2160p/4K ~60 FPS, Medium/High RT Preset with DLSS/FSR Ultra Performance) (Ray Tracing Medium/High, DLSS/FSR Ultra Performance)
CPU: Desktop CPU for 4K/60FPS with RT.
CPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop CPUs absolute necessity.
GPU: Top-tier desktop GPU for attempting 4K/60FPS with RT, heavily reliant on upscaling.
GPU (Laptop): The absolute best laptop GPU available, and will still struggle without aggressive upscaling and optimized RT settings.
RAM: 32GB RAM essential.
Storage: NVMe SSD required.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-12900K or AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (24GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-13900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Achieving stable 4K/60FPS with high ray tracing settings on a laptop is extremely challenging. A hypothetical next-gen flagship (e.g., RTX 5090 Mobile or AMD equivalent) would be required for a more comfortable experience at this level. (Highly Speculative)**
layersRAM: 32 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB NVMe SSD
2160p (UHD/4K) - 4K Ultra Settings (Targets 2160p/4K, High settings, ~60+ FPS) (High Preset, 2160p (4K) resolution, aiming for 60 FPS or higher. Upscaling (DLSS Performance) is highly recommended.)
CPU: A top-tier desktop CPU with the best possible single-core speed is recommended to minimize CPU bottlenecks at 4K.
CPU (Laptop): The highest-end laptop CPUs are needed to pair with flagship GPUs for the most stable 4K experience possible.
GPU: High-end 40-series desktop GPUs are needed for a chance at a stable 4K/60FPS experience, especially when using DLSS. A future RTX 5080 would be a much better target.
GPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop GPUs are required for a playable 4K experience, but users should still expect to rely on upscaling for a consistent 60 FPS.
RAM: 32GB of fast RAM is highly recommended to provide sufficient headroom and minimize stuttering at 4K.
Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is essential for the best possible experience at 4K.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-13900K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-13980HX / AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX or newer.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB), RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080 Laptop)
layersRAM: 32 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB NVMe SSD
save Overall Storage
Spec: 40 GB available space (SSD Highly Recommended)
Note: The game requires 40 GB of storage space. An SSD is strongly recommended by the developers to significantly reduce the notoriously long loading times and to prevent in-game stuttering.
Type: SSD
Spec: 60 GB available space (SSD Recommended).
Note: An NVMe SSD is recommended for the best experience due to asset streaming and fast loading.
Type: SSD
desktop_windows Operating System
Spec: Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit Required)
Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 10 is the minimum requirement. Windows 11 is fully supported.
Spec: Windows 7 (No longer officially supported post-launch updates), Windows 10, Windows 11 (64-bit versions only)
Explanation: 64-bit Windows 10 or Windows 11 is recommended for ongoing support and best performance.
gamepad DirectX Version
Spec: DirectX 11
Explanation: The official requirement is DirectX 11. The game runs on the Unity engine, which primarily utilizes the DX11 API for this title.
Spec: DirectX 11 (DirectX 12 recommended for ray tracing and potentially better performance on compatible hardware)
Explanation: DX11 is minimum, DX12 offers advanced features.
info_outline Other Game Notes
  • OFFICIAL AND EXTRAPOLATED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS for Rust. This information is based on the official PC specifications from developer Facepunch Studios, adapted to the requested JSON structure. As a long-running and continuously updated survival game, its requirements have evolved and are notably CPU and RAM intensive. Laptop and future-generation GPU listings are extrapolated based on performance benchmarks.
  • Laptop Performance Note: Laptop versions of the listed desktop GPUs require comparable performance. Rust is notoriously demanding on the CPU, especially on high-population servers. A laptop with strong single-core CPU performance and a robust cooling system is critical for a stable framerate.
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: While Rust is often CPU-bound, a sufficient TGP is important to prevent the GPU from throttling during intense moments with many player-built structures and environmental effects.
  • Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: The game can put a heavy, sustained load on the CPU. A high-performance cooling solution is essential to prevent thermal throttling and maintain consistent performance, which is critical for PvP encounters.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Strong single-thread CPU performance is critical for Rust. A laptop with high CPU power limits is key to maintaining a high minimum framerate and reducing stutters when loading in assets and other players.
  • Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended to minimize system latency, providing a tangible advantage in a game where split-second reactions are vital for survival.
  • Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Rust has official support for NVIDIA DLSS. AMD FSR is not natively integrated, but players can use driver-level solutions. Given the game's demanding nature, using DLSS on supported hardware is highly recommended to boost performance.
  • Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Performance is heavily impacted by settings like Shadow Quality, Draw Distance, and the number of player-built objects being rendered. The game is often CPU-bound, so lowering graphical settings may not always increase framerates if the CPU is the bottleneck.
  • Game Name: Rust
  • Official system requirements from Techland. Performance can vary significantly depending on specific hardware, settings, areas in-game (especially dense city areas), and background applications. An SSD is strongly recommended.
  • Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs may work if their performance is comparable, but TGP (Total Graphics Power) and cooling are extremely critical. **Dying Light 2 is a demanding title, especially with ray tracing enabled. High-end laptop hardware is necessary for higher settings and resolutions.**
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
  • Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better.
  • Laptop Consideration: R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM benefits performance.
  • Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.
  • Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR (1.0 and 2.0), and Intel XeSS.
  • Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Ray Tracing Quality (Global Illumination, Shadows, Reflections, Ambient Occlusion), Shadow Quality, Contact Shadows, Fog Quality, Particle Quality, and Texture Quality heavily impact performance. Using upscaling is highly recommended for higher settings/resolutions, especially with ray tracing.
  • Game Name: Dying Light 2 Stay Human
build Optimization Details
  • Upscaling Tech: Rust has official support for NVIDIA DLSS. AMD FSR is not natively integrated, but players can use driver-level solutions. Given the game's demanding nature, using DLSS on supported hardware is highly recommended to boost performance.
  • Key Settings Impact: Performance is heavily impacted by settings like Shadow Quality, Draw Distance, and the number of player-built objects being rendered. The game is often CPU-bound, so lowering graphical settings may not always increase framerates if the CPU is the bottleneck.
  • Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR (1.0 and 2.0), and Intel XeSS.
  • Key Settings Impact: Ray Tracing Quality (Global Illumination, Shadows, Reflections, Ambient Occlusion), Shadow Quality, Contact Shadows, Fog Quality, Particle Quality, and Texture Quality heavily impact performance. Using upscaling is highly recommended for higher settings/resolutions, especially with ray tracing.
laptop Laptop Considerations
  • G P U T G P: While Rust is often CPU-bound, a sufficient TGP is important to prevent the GPU from throttling during intense moments with many player-built structures and environmental effects.
  • Cooling Thermals: The game can put a heavy, sustained load on the CPU. A high-performance cooling solution is essential to prevent thermal throttling and maintain consistent performance, which is critical for PvP encounters.
  • C P U Power Limits: Strong single-thread CPU performance is critical for Rust. A laptop with high CPU power limits is key to maintaining a high minimum framerate and reducing stutters when loading in assets and other players.
  • M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended to minimize system latency, providing a tangible advantage in a game where split-second reactions are vital for survival.
  • G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
  • Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
  • C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better.
  • R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM benefits performance.
  • M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.

info_outline Feature details based on available data. System requirements and performance estimates may vary.

laptop_chromebook Laptop Recommendations

Common Recommendations (Handles All Compared Games)

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5050 Laptop)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5050 Laptop)
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5050 Laptop)
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Laptop)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Laptop)
HP Victus 15 (RTX 4050 & Ryzen 7)
HP Victus 15 (RTX 4050 & Ryzen 7)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
  • layers 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Laptop)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop (8GB), RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Ti Laptop)
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop (8GB), RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Ti Laptop)
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop (8GB), RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060 Ti Laptop)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for UHD (4K).
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB), RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080 Laptop)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB), RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080 Laptop)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB), RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080 Laptop)

For Rust Specifically

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
MSI Cyborg 15 (RTX 5050 & Intel 7)
MSI Cyborg 15 (RTX 5050 & Intel 7)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 7 255H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz (Dual-Channel)
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti  and i9
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9
  • memory Intel Core i9-12950HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
HP Victus 15 (RTX 4050 & Ryzen 7)
HP Victus 15 (RTX 4050 & Ryzen 7)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
  • layers 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD 500 Series
ASUS TUF Gaming  A16 with RTX 4050
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 with RTX 4050
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
  • layers 16GB DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 570 Series
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers Up to 64GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 570 Series
XMG Apex 16 Max (RTX 5070 Ti & Ryzen 9)
XMG Apex 16 Max (RTX 5070 Ti & Ryzen 9)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz (Dual-Channel)
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 570 Series
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-14700HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
MSI Cyborg 15 (RTX 5050 & Intel 7)
MSI Cyborg 15 (RTX 5050 & Intel 7)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 7 255H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz (Dual-Channel)
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti  and i9
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9
  • memory Intel Core i9-12950HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
HP Victus 15 (RTX 4050 & Ryzen 7)
HP Victus 15 (RTX 4050 & Ryzen 7)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
  • layers 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5060)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for UHD (4K).
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
Lenovo Thinkpad T1G Gen 8 (RTX 5070 & Ultra 9)
Lenovo Thinkpad T1G Gen 8 (RTX 5070 & Ultra 9)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 285H (Arrow Lake-H)
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64GB LPDDR5x-8533MT/s (LPCAMM2)
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers Up to 64GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB). (Future-proof: RTX 5080)

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