Here are the System Requirements for Genshin Impact on PC, Mobile, and PS4 and PS5. See all the supported iOS and iPadOS versions, how much memory you need to play it, and everything else about it here in this guide!
List of Contents
- For PC
- For Android
- For Apple
- For PlayStation
- Device Adjusment in Version 5.0
- FAQs
- Related Guides
System Requirements for PC
Minimum System Requirements for PC
Operating System | Windows 7 SP1 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit, or higher |
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Processor | Intel Core i5 or equivalent |
Memory | 8GB RAM |
Graphics Card | NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 1030 and higher AMD Radeon™ RX 550 and higher |
DirectX | 11 |
Am I Missing Out with Playing on Minimum?
The minimum system requirement on PC for Genshin Impact is the lowest specification for your device that lets you play the game in a comparitively lower setting. This means you can still play the whole game, but only within low to medium setting, at most, depending on the actual specs of your PC!
Recommended System Requirements for PC
Operating System | Windows 7 SP1 64-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit, or higher |
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Processor | Intel Core i7 equivalent or higher |
Memory | 16 GB RAM |
Graphics Card | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB and higher AMD Radeon™ RX 580 and higher |
DirectX | 11 |
System Requirements for Android
Minimum System Requirements for Android
CPU | Arm v8a 64-bit device |
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RAM | 3 GB and above |
System | Android 7.0 and above |
The minimum system requirements for Android lets you play the game in Low to Mid settings, just like with PC, but since the computing power of phones are comparatively weaker, expect that the disparity in the quality is quite high.
Recommended System Requirements for Android
CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Kirin 810 and above |
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RAM | 4 GB and above |
System | Android 8.1 and above |
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System Requirements for iOS
Supported iOS and iPadOS Versions
OS | iOS 9.0 and above iPadOS 13.1 and above |
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For iOS and iPadOS, any Apple device that runs on the aforementioned OS can run Genshin Impact. Just keep in mind that as newer make and model of Apple Devices are released with better specs, the gaming experience also improves.
This means that like other platforms, the setting with which you're going to run your game on, is heavily reliant on the actual spec of the device you're using. Don't worry though, since all device that carries a supported OS can, and will run Genshin Impact!
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List of Supported iPhone and iPad Devices
Supported Apple Devices | |
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iPhone | • iPhone 8 Plus • iPhone X • iPhone XS • iPhone XS Max • iPhone XR • iPhone 11 • iPhone 11 Pro • iPhone 11 Pro Max • iPhone SE (2nd generation) • iPhone 12 and above |
iPad | • iPad Air (3rd generation) and above • iPad mini (5th generation) and above • iPad Pro (2nd generation) 12.9 inches • iPad Pro (2nd generation) 10.5 inches • iPad Pro (3rd generation) 11 inches • iPad Pro (3rd generation) 12.9 inches • iPad Pro (4th generation) 11 inches • iPad Pro (4th generation) 12.9 inches • iPad Pro (5th generation) and above |
If you can't see your device in the list above, it either means it's an older model, or a newer model from Air, Mini, or Pro.
System Requirements for PlayStation
System Requirements for PS4
Models | • PlayStation 4 • PlayStation 4 Slim • PlayStation 4 Pro |
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System Requirements for PS5
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Models | • PlayStation 5 Digital Edition • PlayStation 5 Standard Edition |
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Genshin Impact is available on the PS5! The game was released on the PS5 on April 28 2021, along with the Version 1.5 Update.
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Device Requirement Adjustments in Version 5.0
Visual Upgrades and Optimizations in Version 5.0
The game's overall visuals and functionality will be improved in the upcoming Version 5.0 release. This upgrades will also result in increased system requirements.
To keepthe minimumrequirements for Version 5.0, some devices' visual performance will be reduced (compared to the current version), allowing travelers to continue playing the game on their devices.
List of Devices that will be Adjusted
CPU/Model | |
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IOS | • A12 processor |
Android | • Snapdragon 865 • Dimensity 1200 (8050) • Kirin 9000SL • Samsung Exynos 1080 |
PlayStation | • PlayStation 4 Series (all) |
Note that devices with lower processorthan those listed above will also undergo visual performance adjustments. For further details, see the official announcement below!
Notice of Changes to Device Requirements
FAQs for System Requirements
Is Too Much RAM an Overkill?
If you have a higher RAM than the one specified in the Recommended System Requirements section for PCs and Android phones, it's not exactly an overkill, but it makes for a wider leeway for your device to run the game smoothly!
Does the Game Really Only Need 30GB?
As Genshin Impact expands the game by adding newer areas each Version update, the storage space it occupies also increases. 30GB is only the base installation size of Version 1.0 back in September 28, 2020 during its launch, but it has already gone way beyond that because of the numerous updates!
Check out how much storage Genshin Impact take across all platforms using the button below!
Genshin Impact File Size Guide
Genshin Impact Related Guides
All News and Game Info
Other News and Game Info
News and Game Info Guides | ||
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Version Pre-Install Guide | Server Maintenance Update | |
Release Date and Time | Mobile and Console Versions | |
Online Multiplayer | Gameplay and Battle System | |
List of Controls | System Requirements and File Size | |
Closed Beta Review | Cross-Platform Play | |
Cross Saves and How to Save | Get Ready for the Road | |
How to Pre-Register | Pre-Launch Rewards | |
Pre-Load Guide | Language Settings | |
Controller Support for PC and Mobile | Spyware Issues and Official Response | |
When is the Daily Reset Time? | Free Gifts and How to Redeem Codes | |
Nintendo Switch Release Date | Available Platforms | |
Anime Adaptation News | List of Mail Promotions | |
Geo Resonance and Zhongli Buff Announcement | HoYoverse Rebranding | |
Funko Pop! Merch | Serenitea Pot Placement Maintenance | |
OnePlus Hu Tao Collab | Official Amazon Merch Store | |
Dynamic Character Resolution Setting | How to Uninstall Genshin Impact | |
HoYoPlay Launcher Update |