Borderlands 4 will be “unplayable” on PCs that fall below its minimum requirements.

Gearbox Software’s full system requirements for Borderlands 4 have been revealed, following company boss Randy Pitchford noting on Twitter/X that “the expectation for using a below min-spec machine should be that the game is unplayable.”

In a blog post, Gearbox now states that the game’s minimum system requirements can allow for “solid performance on older PC hardware." Judging by Pitchford’s statement, the trouble only lies in attempting to fly under those minimum requirements. 

Borderlands 4 minimum PC requirements

Gearbox has officially confirmed Borderlands 4’s minimum PC requirements. Here’s what you’ll need to get “solid performance on older PC hardware,” according to the developer:

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • Requires SSD
  • OS: Windows 10/11
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-9700/AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070/AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT/Intel Arc A580
  • Requires 8 CPU Cores for processor and 8 GB VRAM for graphics. 
  • Storage: 100 GB available space

Borderlands 4 recommended PC requirements

Gearbox has also provided recommended PC specs for Borderlands 4, which will “provide the intended experience for Borderlands 4, striking a solid balance of smooth performance and graphical detail.” Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • Requires SSD
  • OS: Windows 10/Windows 11
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-12700/AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
  • Memory: 32 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080/AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT/Intel Arc B580
  • Storage: 100 GB available space

More Borderlands 4 PC features outlined

In addition to these system requirements, Gearbox has also listed down Borderlands 4’s PC graphics settings, which include upscaling methods, frame generation, NVIDIA Reflex low latency, and more options to increase performance. Several accessibility options are also available, including colour presets and a high contrast HUD.