Official specs from Steam
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| OS * | Windows 7/Vista/XP PC (32 or 64 bit) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Dual Core 2.0GHz or equivalent processor |
| Memory | 2GB System RAM |
| Hard Disk Space | 6GB free HDD Space |
| Video Card | Direct X 9.0c compliant video card with 512 MB of RAM |
| Sound | DirectX compatible sound card |
Recommended
| Processor | Quad-core Intel or AMD CPU |
|---|---|
| Memory | 4GB System RAM |
| Video Card | DirectX 9.0c compatible NVIDIA or AMD ATI video card with 1GB of RAM (Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 or higher; ATI Radeon 4890 or higher) |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?
Minimum: Direct X 9.0c compliant video card with 512 MB of RAM. Recommended: DirectX 9.0c compatible NVIDIA or AMD ATI video card with 1GB of RAM (Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 or higher; ATI Radeon 4890 or higher).
How much RAM does The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim need?
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim needs 2GB System RAM at minimum, 4GB System RAM recommended.
How big is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim requires 6GB free HDD Space.
Does The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).