The following are the minimum and recommended system requirements you need to have in order to run Rift. Note that if you wish to play on the highest graphics settings, you will need to have a high-end PC above the recommended requirements.
| Minimal | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows XP / Vista / W7 | Windows XP / Vista / W7 |
| Processor | Dual Core 2.0 GHz or better | Core 2 Duo 2.2 GHz or better |
| Memory | 2GB System RAM | 4GB System RAM |
| Video card | Nvidia GeForce FX 5900, ATI/AMD Radeon X300, Intel GMA X4500 or better. | Desktop: Nvidia GTS 250 or better Notebook: Nvidia GTX 200M series or better |
| Disk space | 8.0 GB available | 8.0 GB available |
| Software | DirectX 9.0c (installed during setup if needed) | DirectX 9.0c (installed during setup if needed) |
| Sound card | DirectX 8.1 compliant card | DirectX 8.1 compliant card |
| I/O devices | Keyboard, mouse, speakers (optional) | Keyboard, mouse, speakers (optional) |
| Connection | Broadband internet connection (DSL, cable modem or other high speed connection) | Broadband internet connection (DSL, cable modem or other high speed connection) |
