Can I Run Project CARS?

Last updated: 20 November 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run Project CARS? On this page you will find Project CARS system requirements for PC (Windows). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.

Test your PC to see if it will run Project CARS or check system requirement details for CPU, operating system, graphics and sound cards, required disk space and more for each of the supported platforms.

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Can I run it: Project CARS

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Can my PC run Project CARS?

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  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s CPU name will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Processor’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. In the opened menu click on ‘Device Manager’
  3. In ‘Device Manager’ click on the arrow next to ‘Display adapters’
  4. Under the drop-down, you will see the GPU that your computer is using

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s RAM will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Installed RAM’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. You can see if Windows is 64 or 32 bit under ‘System type’
  4. You can see Windows version under ‘Windows edition’

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Project CARS Windows Requirements

Project CARS system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows Vista, Windows 7 with latest Service Packs
OS
Windows 7 with latest Service Packs
Processor
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
DirectX
DirectX
Version 9.0
DirectX
Version 11
Network
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Storage
Storage
25 GB
Storage
25 GB
Sound Card
Sound Card
DirectX Compatible Sound Card
Sound Card
DirectX Compatible Sound Card
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
For racing wheel support check: http://www.projectcarsgame.com/beyond-reality.html
Additional Notes
For racing wheel support check: http://www.projectcarsgame.com/beyond-reality.html

Project CARS minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows Vista, Windows 7 with latest Service Packs operating system. Your processor should be 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400, 3.0 GHz AMD Phenom II X4 940 or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 4 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be nVidia GTX 260, ATI Radeon HD 5770. You also have to have 25 GB free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for Project CARS for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 7 with latest Service Packs. Recommended CPU would be 3.5 GHz Intel Core i7 3700, 4.0 GHz AMD FX-8350 CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 8 GB or more. And video card — GT600 series, AMD Radeon HD7000 series.

Game Details

THE ULTIMATE DRIVER JOURNEY delivers the soul of motor racing in the world’s most beautiful, authentic, and technically-advanced racing game.

Release date
15 March, 2021
OpenCritic Score
80.71/100
Categories
Single-player, Multi-player
Genres
Simulation, Racing, Sports
Supported languages
English*, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian
* languages with full audio support
Developers
Slightly Mad Studios
Publishers
Slightly Mad Studios, Codemasters, Electronic Arts
Official website
projectcarsgame.com
Support website
codemasters.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run Project CARS?

You would be able to run Project CARS on your PC if it meets minimum requirements below. You can also use our free test tool to check it!

Minimum requirements for Windows are:

Can I play Project CARS with 3 GB of RAM?

No, this is not enough to play Project CARS. The minimum RAM is 4 GB.

Can I play Project CARS with 4 GB of RAM?

Yes, Project CARS can run with 4 GB of RAM. It's a minimum requirement.

How much RAM does Project CARS need?

You need at least 4 GB of RAM to run Project CARS on PC, but 8 GB is recommended.

What processor do I need for Project CARS?

2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400, 3.0 GHz AMD Phenom II X4 940 is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Project CARS.

How many GB is Project CARS?

At least 25 GB of disk space is required to install Project CARS on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for Project CARS?

You need nVidia GTX 260, ATI Radeon HD 5770 or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play Project CARS?

Windows Vista, Windows 7 with latest Service Packs or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run Project CARS?

Version 9.0 or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run Project CARS on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

When is Project CARS release date?

Project CARS release date is 15 March, 2021.

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