Official specs from Steam
Subnautica: Below Zero system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam. Native macOS version available.
Minimum
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS * | Windows 7 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 4XXX series / AMD Ryzen 3 2.6ghz+ |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Intel HD 530 or better |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 15 GB available space |
Recommended
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 4XXX series/ AMD Ryzen 5 @ 3Ghz + |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon 570, 4GB VRAM |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 15 GB available space |
macOS minimum
| OS | OS X 10.11 El Capitan |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Pro 650 or better |
| Storage | 15 GB available space |
macOS recommended
| OS | OS X 10.13 High Sierra |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7, 4 cores |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon R9 M395 or better |
| Storage | 15 GB available space |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Subnautica: Below Zero?
Minimum: Intel HD 530 or better. Recommended: Nvidia 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon 570, 4GB VRAM.
How much RAM does Subnautica: Below Zero need?
Subnautica: Below Zero needs 8 GB RAM at minimum, 8 GB RAM recommended.
How big is Subnautica: Below Zero?
Subnautica: Below Zero requires 15 GB available space.
Does Subnautica: Below Zero run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
Yes, there is a native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).