Actually, the system requirements are exactly the same as the sequel, Horizon Forbidden West. It's an older title, but the hardware demands are definitely not low.
Since the CPU load is heavy, don't over-invest in just the GPU; balancing it with CPU performance is key. It also quietly demands a lot from your storage, so don't forget to allocate some budget there.A mid-range RTX 30-series or newer is recommended for a stable experience. If your budget allows, you'll want to bump up your CPU to the next tier.
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UMPC, Handheld & Laptop Performance
64GB eMMC Model / 256GB NVMe SSD Model / 512GB NVMe SSD Model
512GB NVMe SSD / 1TB NVMe SSD
Standard 512GB Edition
512GB PCIe Gen4 SSD / 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD
Claw 8 AI+ Standard (1TB) / Claw 8 AI+ Polar Tempest Edition
Claw 8 AI+ (Ryzen AI 9 HX 370) / Claw 8 AI+ (Ryzen AI 9 365)
Claw A1M-004JP (512GB) / Claw A1M i5 (1TB Custom)
Claw A1M-002JP (1TB) / Claw A1M i7 High-End (32GB/2TB)
RTX 5060 / 1TB SSD / RTX 5050 / 512GB SSD
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.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered PC Component Selection & Build Strategy
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Specs: Official System Requirements
The number of ● dots quantifies the performance level required from PC components on a scale of 1 to 10.
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Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered GPU Benchmark & FPS Guide
Target Mapping
Technical Evidence
GPU Benchmarks
CPU Benchmarks
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
| GPU | 720p | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
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| bld4me NEW Arc B570 10GB | ||||
| Official Recommendedbld4me USED Radeon RX 5700 | ||||
| Official Minimum GeForce GTX 1650 |
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.
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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.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
105 SKUS| GPU | Share | 720PHD | 1080PFHD | 1440PQHD | 4KUHD |
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Grade S | SUPREME"For those who refuse to compromise" The ultimate GPU. Delivers premium 4K gaming at max settings. | ||||
GeForce RTX 5090 | |||||
GeForce RTX 4090 | |||||
Radeon RX 9070 XT | |||||
Radeon RX 7900 XTX | |||||
Radeon RX 9070 GRE | |||||
Radeon RX 9070 | |||||
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER | |||||
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | |||||
GeForce RTX 5080 | |||||
Radeon RX 7900 XT | |||||
GeForce RTX 4080 | |||||
GeForce RTX 5070 | |||||
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | |||||
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | |||||
Radeon RX 6950 XT | |||||
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti | |||||
Radeon RX 7900 GRE | |||||
GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | |||||
Radeon RX 6900 XT | |||||
GeForce RTX 3090 | |||||
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti | |||||
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB | |||||
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB | |||||
Radeon RX 6800 XT | |||||
Radeon RX 7800 XT | |||||
GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | |||||
GeForce RTX 3080 10GB | |||||
GeForce RTX 4070 | |||||
Grade A | ADVANCED"If you crave that next level of smoothness" A step-up GPU for chasing high refresh rates and stunning visuals. | ||||
Grade B | BALANCED"bld4me's recommendation. The smart, well-balanced choice" The smart pick—perfect balance of power and efficiency. | ||||
Grade C | COMPETENT"Play at 1080p/Medium" Ensures standard playability, delivering 30 to just under 60 FPS at 1080p/Medium settings. | ||||
Ranking Criteria Explained
The ultimate GPU. Delivers premium 4K gaming at max settings.
A step-up GPU for chasing high refresh rates and stunning visuals.
The smart pick—perfect balance of power and efficiency.
Ensures standard playability, delivering 30 to just under 60 FPS at 1080p/Medium settings.
The Game's Verdict: Recommended Specs & Grade
The original PS4 masterpiece cleared 10 million copies for a reason—its world, visuals, and story are top-tier. Back when the PC port was the "Complete Edition" (now delisted on Steam), it was a massive hit even with casual players because it was famously lightweight and well-optimized.
But make no mistake: this "Remastered" upgrade cranks the hardware demands way up. Rule number one is avoiding the YouTube benchmark trap. Don't watch an old video of the Complete Edition and think, "Sweet, my GTX 1660 will run this perfectly." It won't.
The second trap is the massive memory and storage footprint. A hard cutoff at 16GB of RAM just to meet the minimum spec, alongside a 135GB install size, puts this squarely in modern, heavyweight AAA territory. These are not your typical mid-range requirements.
As we've hammered home throughout this guide, getting a smooth, playable experience in this remaster dictates a perfectly balanced build. Don't cheap out on one component just to bottleneck the rest.
FAQ: Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
Can I comfortably play Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered with RX 580 8GB, A380, GTX 1060 3GB, RX 570 4GB, GTX 1650?
To be direct, achieving a completely comfortable experience will be challenging. While you can play by setting all graphics to 'Low' and utilizing upscalers, you will experience stuttering during intense combat or effects-heavy scenes. We recommend lowering texture and shadow quality first, and utilizing upscaler performance modes to test gameplay stability. [Estimated Framerate (1080p / Low Preset)] RX 580 8GB: Approx. 47 fps (w/ FSR) A380: Approx. 45 fps (w/ XeSS) GTX 1060 3GB: Approx. 45 fps (w/ FSR) RX 570 4GB: Approx. 43 fps (w/ FSR) GTX 1650: Approx. 43 fps (w/ FSR)
What are the benchmark results and framerates for GTX 1050 Ti in Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered?
The estimated average framerates for each GPU at 1080p (Full HD) on the Low preset are as follows: GTX 1050 Ti: Approx. 30 fps (w/ FSR)
Can RX 560 4GB, GTX 1050 2GB run Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered?
Unfortunately, running the game properly is highly unlikely. The graphics performance of these GPUs cannot handle the immense rendering workload of Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered. Even if the game launches, you will face extreme frame drops (10-20fps range), texture loading delays, or frequent freezes. Because severe rendering lag compromises the intended game experience, a GPU upgrade is mandatory to play this title.
Will Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered launch on GTX 750 Ti 2GB? Will it crash?
It is extremely likely that the game will crash on startup or fail to reach the main menu. In addition to severe performance deficits, these GPUs often lack the required VRAM capacity or modern architectural features, failing to meet the basic launch requirements. Since this is a hardware-level limitation that cannot be bypassed via settings, please ensure your system meets the official system requirements.
