By the FlowUP team, gaming PC builder in Genappe (Belgium) · Updated 30 September 2026
In brief: Manor Lords doesn’t need a high-end PC. The recommended setup calls for a Core i5-7600 or a Ryzen 3 2200G, 12GB of RAM and a GTX 1060 6GB (or an RX 580, or an Arc A580). To play in good conditions in 2026, especially as your city grows, aim for a newer PC with 16GB of RAM, a 6-core processor and an RTX 5060 or an RX 9060 XT: that’s more than enough for 1080p. For 1440p, step it up with an RTX 5060 Ti or an RX 9060 XT 16GB.
Manor Lords in 2026: where does the game stand?
Released in early access on 26 April 2024, Manor Lords blends a city builder with tactical battles in a late-14th-century medieval Franconia. Its creator, Greg Styczeń, developed it almost single-handedly for years under the banner of his studio, Slavic Magic, with Hooded Horse at the publishing stage.
In September 2026, the game is still in early access and continues to evolve. The major update tested in the August 2026 beta adds a new map, Wide Valley, new productions (oats, cheese, beef, mead), seasonal livestock raising, and a tier of advanced buildings, including a large stone church.
Manor Lords: a medieval city builder that runs on modest PCs
Here’s the official launch trailer:
Hooded Horse, Manor Lords launch trailer, 2024
The official PC configuration
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-4670 or AMD FX-4350 | Intel Core i5-7600 or AMD Ryzen 3 2200G |
| Memory | 8GB | 12GB |
| Graphics card | GTX 1050 2GB, RX 460 4GB or Arc A380 | GTX 1060 6GB, RX 580 8GB or Arc A580 |
| Storage | 15GB | 15GB |
| System | Windows 10 64-bit, DirectX 12 | Windows 10 64-bit, DirectX 12 |
Source: Steam page for Manor Lords, consulted on 30 September 2026.
What really matters for Manor Lords
Our builder’s take: Manor Lords is a bit of a special case. Early on, a modest PC is more than enough. It’s when your city grows, with hundreds of inhabitants, production chains and battles, that the load increases, and, as with most city builders, the processor is then just as involved as the graphics card.
Our tip: don’t sacrifice the processor to put everything into the graphics card. A recent 6-core CPU, such as a Ryzen 5 7500F or a 14th-gen Core i5, and at least 16GB of RAM, 32GB if you play while keeping other apps open. The choice between 16 and 32GB is detailed in 16GB or 32GB of RAM in 2026.
The bigger the city gets, the harder the processor works.
What cheap PC for Manor Lords?
| Goal | Graphics card | Processor | RAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p at high quality | RTX 5060 or RX 9060 XT | Ryzen 5, Ryzen 7 or recent Core i5 | 16GB |
| 1440p at high quality | RTX 5060 Ti 16GB or RX 9060 XT 16GB | Ryzen 5 or recent Core i5 | 16 to 32GB |
To compare mid-range graphics cards, follow our method for choosing your graphics card in 2026.
Our PCs for Manor Lords
Cubi PC: RTX 5060
Ryzen 7 5700X with 8 cores, RTX 5060 8GB and 16GB of DDR4: Manor Lords in 1080p, without breaking the bank.
Rift PC: RX 9060 XT 16GB
Ryzen 5 7500F or 7500X3D, RX 9060 XT 16GB and DDR5: room to grow for big cities and 1440p.
Swift PC: RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
Core i5 14400F, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB and DDR5: 1440p at high quality.
FAQ: Manor Lords on PC
What configuration to play Manor Lords?
The recommended setup calls for a Core i5-7600 or a Ryzen 3 2200G, 12GB of RAM and a GTX 1060 6GB, an RX 580 8GB or an Arc A580. The game takes up 15GB.
Does Manor Lords run on a cheap PC?
Yes. A recent entry-level PC, with an RTX 5060 or an RX 9060 XT and 16GB of RAM, runs it smoothly at 1080p.
Does Manor Lords mainly rely on the processor?
Like most city builders, the load on the processor increases as the city grows. A recent 6-core processor is a good choice.
Is Manor Lords still in early access?
Yes, in September 2026. The game regularly receives updates, including the one tested in the August 2026 beta with a new map and new buildings.
How much RAM for Manor Lords?
12GB according to the recommended configuration, 16GB advised in 2026, 32GB if you keep other apps open while playing.
