2013 · Simulation, Strategy
Europa Universalis IV System Requirements
Also known as EU4
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System requirements
| Specification | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit | Windows® 10 Home 64 bit |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i3-2105 / AMD® FX 4300 | Intel® Core™ i3 3240 / AMD® FX 8120 |
| Graphics | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850 | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 560 Ti |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 6 GB | 6 GB |
Requirements taken from the Steam store page on 2026-09-07.
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Common questions
What are the EU4 system requirements?
EU4 is the short name players use for Europa Universalis IV. Minimum: Intel® Core™ i3-2105 / AMD® FX 4300, Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850 and 4 GB of RAM. The full minimum and recommended specs are on this page.
What are the minimum requirements for Europa Universalis IV?
Intel® Core™ i3-2105 / AMD® FX 4300 or equivalent, Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 460 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 5850, 4 GB of RAM and 6 GB of free space on Windows® 10 Home 64 bit.
What hardware is recommended for Europa Universalis IV?
Paradox Interactive recommends Intel® Core™ i3 3240 / AMD® FX 8120, Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 560 Ti and 8 GB of RAM.
How do I check whether my PC can run Europa Universalis IV?
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 Europa Universalis IV?
60 fps at your monitor's native resolution. Lower the preset first — running below native resolution is more noticeable than reduced shadows.