2006 · Casual, Indie, Simulation
Garry's Mod System Requirements
Also known as GMod
FPS · estimate
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- This is
- an estimate, not a benchmark
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System requirements
| Specification | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows® 10 | Windows® 10/11 |
| Processor | 2 GHz Processor or better | 2.5 GHz Processor or better |
| Graphics | 1GB dedicated VRAM or better | 4GB dedicated VRAM or better |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 10 GB | 25 GB |
| DirectX | 9.0c | 9.0c |
Requirements taken from the Steam store page on 2026-09-07.
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Common questions
What are the GMod system requirements?
GMod is the short name players use for Garry's Mod. Minimum: 2 GHz Processor or better, 1GB dedicated VRAM or better and 4 GB of RAM. The full minimum and recommended specs are on this page.
What are the minimum requirements for Garry's Mod?
2 GHz Processor or better or equivalent, 1GB dedicated VRAM or better, 4 GB of RAM and 10 GB of free space on Windows® 10.
What hardware is recommended for Garry's Mod?
Valve recommends 2.5 GHz Processor or better, 4GB dedicated VRAM or better and 8 GB of RAM.
How do I check whether my PC can run Garry's Mod?
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 Garry's Mod?
60 fps at your monitor's native resolution. Lower the preset first — running below native resolution is more noticeable than reduced shadows.