Can I Run VRChat?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 970 / AMD Radeon™ R9 290 equivalent or greater | — | Detecting... |
| CPU | Intel® i5-4590 / AMD FX 8350 equivalent or greater | — | Detecting... |
| RAM | 4 GB | — | Detecting... |
| Storage | 1 GB | — | — |
| DirectX | Version 11 | — | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run VRChat on my PC?
To run VRChat you need at least a GeForce GTX 970 or a Radeon R9 290, plus 4 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for VRChat?
VRChat minimum requirements: GPU: NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 970 / AMD Radeon™ R9 290 equivalent or greater, CPU: Intel® i5-4590 / AMD FX 8350 equivalent or greater, RAM: 4 GB, Storage: 1 GB, DirectX: Version 11.
What are the recommended specs for VRChat?
VRChat recommended specs: GPU: Not specified, CPU: Not specified, RAM: —, Storage: —.
How many GB is VRChat?
VRChat requires at least 1 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run VRChat?
No — a GTX 1650 falls below the minimum GPU requirement for VRChat. You would need a stronger card (roughly GeForce GTX 970 or better) for a playable experience.
Is VRChat CPU or GPU intensive?
VRChat is primarily GPU intensive. The minimum GPU tier is high relative to the CPU requirement, so the graphics card is the main bottleneck — upgrading your GPU will deliver the biggest frame rate gains.
Can Steam Deck run VRChat?
Yes! VRChat is Deck Verified by Valve. It works perfectly on Steam Deck with full controller support, proper display, and great performance out of the box.
How many players can run VRChat?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 91% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for VRChat. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
