Pay for your PC in installments (up to 12 payments)ARC Raiders: what PC setup to play at 1080p / 1440p / 4K?
ARC Raiders is a PvPvE shooter where readability and stability matter just as much as FPS. Here, we start with the official specs (minimum + recommended), and then I’ll suggest 3 “comfort” configs (FHD/QHD/4K) so you can play without wrestling with the settings.
The official specs (to know before buying)
Embark also gives performance targets (handy—so you don’t have to guess):
Minimum:
OS: Windows 10 or later 64-bit (latest update)
CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen R5 1600
RAM: 12GB RAM
Video / GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 580 or Intel Arc A380
Performance Targets: Low graphics settings, 1080p, 60 fps
Recommended:
OS: Windows 10 or later 64-bit (latest update)
CPU: Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
RAM: 16GB RAM
Video / GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or Intel Arc B570
Performance Targets: High graphics settings, 1440p, 60 fps
Epic:
OS: Windows 10 or later 64-bit (latest update)
CPU: Intel i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
RAM: 16GB RAM
Video / GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti / GeForce RTX 5070 or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX
Performance Targets: Epic graphics settings, resolution scaling quality, 1440p, 90 fps
Note: Steam/Embark list the OS, CPU/GPU/RAM, DX12 and networking, but no official minimum storage on the page at the time these specs are published. (So, plan for an SSD and some extra room for patches.)
Our take on playing comfortably with at least 120 FPS
The 3 recommended configs by FlowUP (FHD / QHD / 4K)
Here, the idea isn’t to “copy the minimum”, but to go for a long-lasting PC: better smoothness in fights, less stuttering, and more headroom if the game evolves.
Config FHD 1080p (high / competitive)
CPU: Intel i5-12400F
GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5060
RAM: 16 GB or 32 GB
Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD (comfort)
➡️ Goal: clearly beat the official “1080p Low” minimum, without blowing the budget.
High 1440p (a super sweet spot) 0
CPU: Intel Core i5 14400F
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12GB
RAM: 16GB DDR5
Storage: 1TB M.2 SSD
➡️ We’re in the spirit of the official recommended 1440p High specs, but with more headroom on the GPU/RAM.
Config 4K (high, with smart settings)
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5080
RAM: 32 GB (more comfortable in 2026, especially for multitasking)
Storage: 2TB NVMe SSD
➡️ In 4K, it’s almost always the GPU that determines how comfortable it is. Concretely: leave some headroom for big scenes/effects. 0
Quick tweaks to gain FPS without ruining the image
- Start by lowering shadows / volumetrics / effects: it’s often the best quality/performance ratio.
- Aim for stability (frametime): in reality, a stable 90 fps “feels” better than a 120 fps that stutters.
- And since ARC Raiders is online, turn off unnecessary overlays and keep your drivers up to date (fewer bugs, more consistency).
If you just want to launch ARC Raiders, the minimum is enough (1080p Low). But for a PvPvE game where you want clarity and clean fights, aim for: RTX 5060 in FHD, RTX 5070 in QHD, and RTX 5080 in 4K (or Radeon 9070 XT). And bear in mind that specs can change with updates.
FAQ
1) Does ARC Raiders run on a low-end setup?
Yes, Embark targets 1080p Low / 60 fps on the official minimum.
2) Why is 12 GB of RAM listed as the minimum—it’s odd?
It’s stated in the official specs (minimum 12 GB, recommended 16 GB).
3) Will a “recommended” setup be enough for 1440p?
Yes: the official “recommended” target is 1440p High / 60 fps.
4) Do you need internet to play?
Yes, the Steam page mentions a broadband connection in the requirements.
5) Is an SSD mandatory?
Not “mandatory” officially, but strongly recommended: faster loading + comfort + a buffer for patches (storage isn’t listed officially).
