2017 · Action, Adventure, Indie, MMO, RPG, Survival
ARK: Survival Evolved System Requirements
FPS · estimate
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System requirements
| Specification | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit versions) |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 or better |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 670 2GB/AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB or better |
| Memory | 8 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB |
| DirectX | 10 |
Requirements taken from the Steam store page on 2026-09-07.Studio Wildcard only publishes minimum requirements for ARK: Survival Evolved.
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Common questions
What are the minimum requirements for ARK: Survival Evolved?
Intel Core i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 or better or equivalent, NVIDIA GTX 670 2GB/AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB or better, 8 GB of RAM and 60 GB of free space on Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit versions).
How do I check whether my PC can run ARK: Survival Evolved?
Use the check on this page. It reads your graphics card, CPU threads and memory from the browser and shows the preset, resolution and expected frame rate — no download and no sign-up.
What frame rate should I aim for in ARK: Survival Evolved?
60 fps at your monitor's native resolution. Lower the preset first — running below native resolution is more noticeable than reduced shadows.