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Half-Life: Alyx System Requirements
Half-Life: Alyx Minimum & Recommended Specs
Minimum: Intel Core i5-7500, NVIDIA GeForce GTX, 12 GB RAM. Recommended: 16 GB RAM RAM.
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Quick Performance Tips for Half-Life: Alyx
#1
Lower the fidelity settings in the graphics options.
#2
Close unnecessary background applications.
#3
Ensure your GPU drivers are up to date.
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Adjust the resolution scale in the settings.
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Disable supersampling if performance is low.
Half-Life: Alyx System Requirements FAQ
Can I run Half-Life: Alyx on a low-end PC?▼
Half-Life: Alyx requires a relatively powerful PC. The minimum specs are an Intel Core i5-7500 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) / AMD Radeon RX 580, and 12GB of RAM. If your PC is below these specs, you may experience significant performance issues or be unable to play.
What GPU do I need for Half-Life: Alyx?▼
The minimum GPU is an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB VRAM) or an AMD Radeon RX 580. For a smoother experience with higher settings, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is recommended.
How much RAM does Half-Life: Alyx need?▼
Half-Life: Alyx requires a minimum of 12 GB of RAM. For optimal performance, 16 GB of RAM is recommended.
Will Half-Life: Alyx run on integrated graphics?▼
No, Half-Life: Alyx will not run well, if at all, on integrated graphics. A dedicated graphics card meeting the minimum specifications is required.
What is the best graphics settings for Half-Life: Alyx?▼
The 'best' settings depend on your hardware. If you meet the recommended specs, you can likely run the game on high settings. If you meet the minimum specs, start with low or medium settings and adjust from there. Pay attention to the in-game performance monitor to identify bottlenecks.
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