Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core PC System Requirements & Benchmarks
A 4-player co-op roguelite FPS set in the Deep Rock Galactic universe. True to the original, it's extremely lightweight. A modern mid-range rig or even a last-gen setup will run it without breaking a sweat.
Modern entry-level to mid-range rigs will easily push high frames. 4K gaming is completely doable.Going the used route? You can get a smooth experience on a dirt-cheap build that matches the recommended specs.
Watching the gameplay footage, I figured it'd demand a rig similar to Fortnite or Apex. But after pulling the actual benchmark numbers? I was blown away by how insanely lightweight it is. It easily takes the crown for the easiest-to-run game we've tested on the site.To be fair, the visual fidelity doesn't hold a candle to 2026 AAA releases, so the high frames make sense. Still, being able to run on a potato is a massive win—and basically mandatory—for a multiplayer roguelike like this.
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Valve
Steam Deck OLED
Grade3/10
512GB NVMe SSD / 1TB NVMe SSD
Lenovo
LOQ 15AHP10
Grade8/10
RTX 5060 / 1TB SSD / RTX 5050 / 512GB SSD
Missing the 'Verified' badge, but it's light enough to run flawlessly on Steam Decks and gaming laptops. It slams the CPU pretty hard though, so grab a chip a couple tiers above recommended to avoid bottlenecking.
The verdict is estimated based on hardware specifications, assuming a game resolution of 720p and settings at Medium or lower. A 'PLAYABLE' status does not guarantee actual gameplay performance.
PC Parts Selection Guide
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core PC Component Selection & Build Strategy
Focus your build on the CPU, RAM, and storage. Pick your GPU based on whatever else you play. Treat the official specs as a baseline, but definitely step up two tiers on the CPU to eliminate stuttering.
CPU
Go a tier above recommended, but mid-range is still plenty
❯An older Core i5 or Ryzen 5 from a few generations back will handle this with room to spare.
❯Only look into CPUs with heavy single-core performance if you're chasing extremely high framerates.
GPU
Entry-level GPUs crush 1080p
❯The game is so light that even an RTX 3060 or RX 6600 is borderline overkill.
❯If you're building a rig specifically for this game, dump your budget into the CPU instead.
RAM
16GB is the sweet spot
❯The official spec asks for 8GB, but 16GB is the modern baseline for peace of mind.
❯16GB gives you plenty of headroom to run Discord and browser tabs in the background without stuttering.
Storage
A tiny 6GB footprint
❯At just 6GB, the install size is insanely small for a 2026 release.
❯Install it on an SSD. You'll want fast load times for the frequent restarts typical of roguelites.
Pro Advice
BUILD BALANCE
Don't overspend on hardware—the system requirements are ridiculously low. An entry-level rig is more than enough to crush 1080p multiplayer.
Hardware heads will notice the official specs are a bit scuffed. The minimum and recommended CPUs are practically identical, and the minimum GPU is actually stronger than the recommended one. Use the recommended CPU and minimum GPU as your actual baseline.
The number of ● dots quantifies the performance level required from PC components on a scale of 1 to 10.
Minimum
Recommended
CPU
Ryzen 5 1500X
Core i5-7400
CPU
Core i5-7400
Ryzen 5 2600
GPU
GeForce GTX 970
Radeon R9 290
GPU
Radeon RX 560 4GB
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti
RAM
8 GB
RAM
8 GB
Storage
6 GB HDD
Storage
6 GB HDD
Supported Tech (Upscaling & Frame Gen)
Upscaler:DLSSFSRXeSS
Frame Gen:DLSS FGFSR FG
GPU Selection & FPS Analysis
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core GPU Benchmark & FPS Guide
For a 2026 release, this game is so light on the GPU you barely have to think about it. Modern entry-level cards can easily push 4K, meaning your GPU budget for this game is basically zero.
Target Mapping
It's light enough to run 1080p on a GTX 1050 Ti. While running ancient silicon is terrible for power draw, not having to upgrade your current rig is a massive win. If you're pushing 4K, though, you'll still need at least an older mid-range card, so budget accordingly.
ENTRY
ENTRY 30fps
1080p
GeForce GTX 970 OFFICIAL
Radeon R9 290 OFFICIAL
Radeon HD 7870
Radeon RX 550
STANDARD
STANDARD 60fps
1080p
Radeon RX 560 4GB OFFICIAL
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti OFFICIAL
GeForce GTX 1050 3GB USED
GeForce GTX 760 2GB
QHD
QHD 60fps
1440p
Radeon RX 580 4GB
Radeon RX 580 8GB
Radeon R9 290X 4GB
Radeon R9 390
HIGH_REFRESH
HIGH_REFRESH 144fps
1080p
Radeon RX 5500 XT 4GB USED
Radeon RX 5500 XT 8GB USED
Radeon R9 Nano
GeForce GTX 1660 USED
ULTIMATE
ULTIMATE 60fps
4K
Radeon Pro Vega 64
Radeon RX 5600 USED
Radeon RX Vega 64
GeForce GTX 1080
ENTRY
ENTRY 30fps
1080p
GeForce GTX 780m
Iris Xe Graphics (80EU) USED
STANDARD
STANDARD 60fps
1080p
Radeon R9 M395X
GeForce GTX 970m
QHD
QHD 60fps
1440p
Radeon RX 6400 USED
Arc Graphics 140V (8 Xe2) NEW
Radeon RX 5500M USED
Radeon RX 6500 XT USED
HIGH_REFRESH
HIGH_REFRESH 144fps
1080p
GeForce GTX 1070 (Laptop)
Radeon RX Vega 56M USED
Arc A570M USED
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Laptop) USED
Technical Evidence
Even last-gen entry GPUs are overkill here, giving you practically infinite options. There are also countless chips that crush the recommended i5-7400, so you aren't locked into the examples we've listed.
GPU Benchmarks
Official Minimum
Official Recommended
bld4me Choice
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB bld4me NEW
GeForce GTX 970 Official Minimum
GeForce GTX 1050 3GB bld4me USED
Radeon RX 560 4GB Official Recommended
CPU Benchmarks
Official Minimum
Official Recommended
bld4me Choice
Ryzen 5 9600X bld4me NEW
Core i5-7400 Official Recommended
Ryzen 5 3400G bld4me USED
Ryzen 5 1500X Official Minimum
This is a comparison graph of the manufacturer's minimum required specs, recommended specs, and bld4me-recommended parts (new and used). Higher values indicate smoother performance. bld4me's recommended parts are selected based on independent research, balancing comfortable gameplay with cost-performance for the game title.
GPU Matrix
Even an RTX 3050 can just about scrape by at native 4K. Add in support for all the major upscalers and frame gen tech, and you've got plenty of headroom to boost your framerates.
GPU
720p
1080p
1440p
4K
bld4me NEW
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
LOW: 341fps,
MED: 256fps,
HIG: 197fps,
ULT: 138fps
LOW: 171fps,
MED: 128fps,
HIG: 98fps,
ULT: 69fps
LOW: 100fps,
MED: 75fps,
HIG: 58fps,
ULT: 41fps
LOW: 49fps,
MED: 37fps,
HIG: 28fps,
ULT: 20fps
Official Minimum
GeForce GTX 970
LOW: 249fps,
MED: 187fps,
HIG: 144fps,
ULT: 101fps
LOW: 124fps,
MED: 93fps,
HIG: 72fps,
ULT: 50fps
LOW: 73fps,
MED: 55fps,
HIG: 42fps,
ULT: 30fps
LOW: 36fps,
MED: 27fps,
HIG: 21fps,
ULT: 14fps
bld4me USED
GeForce GTX 1050 3GB
LOW: 164fps,
MED: 123fps,
HIG: 94fps,
ULT: 66fps
LOW: 82fps,
MED: 61fps,
HIG: 47fps,
ULT: 33fps
LOW: 48fps,
MED: 36fps,
HIG: 28fps,
ULT: 20fps
LOW: 23fps,
MED: 18fps,
HIG: 13fps,
ULT: Not playable
Official Recommended
Radeon RX 560 4GB
LOW: 135fps,
MED: 101fps,
HIG: 78fps,
ULT: 55fps
LOW: 68fps,
MED: 51fps,
HIG: 39fps,
ULT: 27fps
LOW: 40fps,
MED: 30fps,
HIG: 23fps,
ULT: 16fps
LOW: 19fps,
MED: 14fps,
HIG: 11fps,
ULT: Not playable
The FPS values above are estimated based purely on the GPU's native performance without any upscaler. These are merely estimates and do not guarantee actual performance.
Estimated FPS Database
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Estimated FPS on this site is calculated based on the official recommended requirements of each game, assuming only the GPU is changed. Actual frame rates may vary depending on the environment, such as the combined CPU, memory, and storage.
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SUPREME"For those who refuse to compromise"
The ultimate GPU. Delivers premium 4K gaming at max settings.
LOW: 14fps, MED: 11fps, HIG: Not playable, ULT: Not playable
Radeon R7 370
LOW: 92fps, MED: 69fps, HIG: 53fps, ULT: 37fps
LOW: 46fps, MED: 35fps, HIG: 27fps, ULT: 19fps
LOW: 27fps, MED: 20fps, HIG: 16fps, ULT: 11fps
LOW: 13fps, MED: Not playable, HIG: Not playable, ULT: Not playable
Radeon R9 270X
LOW: 92fps, MED: 69fps, HIG: 53fps, ULT: 37fps
LOW: 46fps, MED: 35fps, HIG: 27fps, ULT: 19fps
LOW: 27fps, MED: 20fps, HIG: 16fps, ULT: 11fps
LOW: 13fps, MED: Not playable, HIG: Not playable, ULT: Not playable
GeForce GT 1030
LOW: 89fps, MED: 67fps, HIG: 51fps, ULT: 36fps
LOW: 44fps, MED: 33fps, HIG: 26fps, ULT: 18fps
LOW: 26fps, MED: 20fps, HIG: 15fps, ULT: 11fps
LOW: 13fps, MED: Not playable, HIG: Not playable, ULT: Not playable
Ranking Criteria Explained
S
SUPREME"For those who refuse to compromise"
The ultimate GPU. Delivers premium 4K gaming at max settings.
A
ADVANCED"If you crave that next level of smoothness"
A step-up GPU for chasing high refresh rates and stunning visuals.
B
BALANCED"bld4me's recommendation. The smart, well-balanced choice"
The smart pick—perfect balance of power and efficiency.
C
COMPETENT"Play at 1080p/Medium"
Ensures standard playability, delivering 30 to just under 60 FPS at 1080p/Medium settings.
The Bottom Line
The Game's Verdict: Recommended Specs & Grade
It skips the hyper-realistic visual arms race typical of 2026 releases. Instead, it strikes a perfect balance: looking gorgeous enough to immerse you in its universe while remaining lightweight enough to run on a potato, maximizing its player base.
It doesn't hammer your GPU or gobble up VRAM like most modern titles. Even a bottom-tier card will easily crush 1080p. Since it's a co-op roguelite FPS, your main priority is killing 1% lows to prevent stuttering. You're better off allocating your budget toward a solid CPU, fast RAM, and an NVMe SSD rather than overspending on graphics.
At the end of the day, for a game dropping in 2026, it's wild that you can get a butter-smooth experience on a dirt-cheap, multi-generation-old used rig. Not having to drop a grand on a brand-new system or shell out for a GPU upgrade is a massive W.
