Sid Meier's Civilization V System Requirements

September 21, 2010Firaxis Games87/100

Guide a civilization across millennia in this turn-based strategy title. Achieve victory through technological advancement, global dominance, or diplomatic finesse, navigating complex relationships with rival civilizations and city-states.

Sid Meier's Civilization V Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: Intel Core 2, 256 MB ATI, 2GB RAM. Recommended: 4GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS	Windows Vista SP2/7/8
Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 64 2.0 GHzCPU Deals
RAM	2GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card	256 MB ATI HD2600 XT or better, 256 MB nVidia 7900 GS or better, or Core i3 or better integrated graphicsGPU Deals
DirectX	DirectX 9.0c
Storage	8 GB HD spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS	Windows Vista SP2/7/8
Processor	Intel Core 2 Quad 2.4 GHz or AMD Phenom II X4 2.6 GHz or greaterCPU Deals
RAM	4GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card	512 MB ATI HD4800 series or better, 512 MB nVidia 9800 series or betterGPU Deals
DirectX	DirectX 11
Storage	8 GB HD spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for Sid Meier's Civilization V

Lower texture quality for a significant performance boost.

Disable anti-aliasing to improve frame rates.

Reduce shadow detail or disable shadows entirely.

Play on smaller map sizes for faster turn times.

Close unnecessary background applications.

Update your graphics card drivers for optimal performance.

Sid Meier's Civilization V System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Sid Meier's Civilization V on a low-end PC?▼

Yes, but you'll need at least an Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 64 2.0 GHz processor, 2GB of RAM, and a 256 MB ATI HD2600 XT or nVidia 7900 GS graphics card (or a Core i3 or better integrated graphics). Expect lower graphics settings and potentially slower turn times.

What GPU do I need for Sid Meier's Civilization V?▼

For minimum settings, a 256 MB ATI HD2600 XT or nVidia 7900 GS (or Core i3 or better integrated graphics) is required. For recommended settings, aim for a 512 MB ATI HD4800 series or nVidia 9800 series or better.

How much RAM does Sid Meier's Civilization V need?▼

The game requires at least 2GB of RAM to run. For a smoother experience, especially with larger maps and more civilizations, 4GB of RAM is recommended.

Will Sid Meier's Civilization V run on integrated graphics?▼

Yes, Civilization V can run on integrated graphics, but only if it is Core i3 or better. Performance will likely be lower than with a dedicated graphics card, so you'll need to adjust graphics settings accordingly.

What is the best graphics settings for Sid Meier's Civilization V?▼

The best settings depend on your hardware. Start with medium settings and adjust from there. If you experience lag, lower settings like texture quality, shadows, and anti-aliasing. Lowering the leader quality can also improve performance.