The PC requirements and computer specs for Genshin Impact. The minimum and recommended system requirements for Windows and other ways to play Genshin Impact on Mac.
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PC Requirements for Windows
Genshin Impact is currently available on multiple platforms including PC. The computer specs used has a significant effect on the gaming experience.
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Avoid or minimize FPS drops, appreciate the in-game graphics, and maximize the combat experience with these system requirements.Minimum System Requirements
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7 SP1 64-bit Windows 8.1 64-bit Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | 4th Gen Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen series or equivalent |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 1030 and higher |
| DirectX Version | 11 |
| Storage | At least 150GB of available storage space on first installation |
Recommended System Requirements
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 64-bit or Windows 11 64-bit |
| Processor | 7th Gen Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 5000 series or better |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB and higher |
| DirectX Version | 11 |
| Storage | At least 150GB of available storage space on first installation |
PC Requirements for Mac
Cannot Download Genshin Impact Directly
There was no official statement relating to Mac system requirements and no direct downloads for it either. However, there are other possible options to play Genshin Impact on Mac.
Source: Genshin Official Site
How to Play on Mac
Downloading From Epic Games Store
Epic Games Store offers a variety of online games, including Genshin Impact, for PC which both Windows and Mac can freely access.
Setup Methods
| Setup Method | Availability |
|---|---|
| Cloud Gaming | Monthly Subscription |
| Parallels Virtual Machine | Yearly Subscription |
| BootCamp | Free to use but only compatible with Intel Macs |
There are currently no compatibility issues reported that can affect Genshin Impact's performance on Mac when played through this option.
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