Can I Run The Elder Scrolls® Online?

Last updated: 17 March 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run The Elder Scrolls® Online? On this page you will find The Elder Scrolls® Online system requirements for PC (Windows, Mac and Linux). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.

Test your PC to see if it will run The Elder Scrolls® Online 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 my PC run The Elder Scrolls® Online?

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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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The Elder Scrolls® Online Windows Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

The Elder Scrolls® Online system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows 7
OS
Windows 7
Processor
Processor
Processor
Intel Core i5 2300 or AMD FX4350
Memory
Memory
3 GB
Memory
8 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Direct X 11.0 compliant video card with 1GB (NVidia GeForce 460 or AMD Radeon 6850)
Graphics
Direct X 11.0 compliant video card with 2GB (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 or AMD Radeon™ HD 7850) or higher
DirectX
DirectX
Version 11
DirectX
Version 11
Network
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Storage
Storage
85 GB
Storage
85 GB
Sound Card
Sound Card
DirectX Compatible Sound Card
Sound Card
DirectX Compatible Sound Card

The Elder Scrolls® Online minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows 7 operating system. Your processor should be Intel Core i3 540 or AMD A6-3620 or higher or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 3 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be Direct X 11.0 compliant video card with 1GB (NVidia GeForce 460 or AMD Radeon 6850). You also have to have 85 GB free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for The Elder Scrolls® Online for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 7. Recommended CPU would be Intel Core i5 2300 or AMD FX4350 CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 8 GB or more. And video card — Direct X 11.0 compliant video card with 2GB (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 or AMD Radeon™ HD 7850) or higher.

The Elder Scrolls® Online Mac Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

The Elder Scrolls® Online system requirements for Mac
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Mac High Sierra v 10.13
OS
Mac High Sierra v 10.13
Processor
Processor
Processor
Intel i5
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
AMD Radeon Pro 560 graphics (4GB of VRAM)
Graphics
AMD Radeon Pro 560 graphics (4GB of VRAM)
Network
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Storage
Storage
85 GB
Storage
85 GB
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
OpenGL: 4.1
Additional Notes
OpenGL: 4.1

As for Mac OS, The Elder Scrolls® Online requirements here start with Mac High Sierra v 10.13 operating system. Processor needs to be at least Intel Core 2 Duo. 4 GB of RAM is required. Your graphics card should be AMD Radeon Pro 560 graphics (4GB of VRAM). Finally, the game needs 85 GB of free disk space.

As for recommended OS, it is Mac High Sierra v 10.13. Intel i5 processor is recommended. Plus, 4 GB of RAM. Your video card should be AMD Radeon Pro 560 graphics (4GB of VRAM).

Game Details

Join over 18 million players in the award-winning online multiplayer RPG and experience limitless adventure in a persistent Elder Scrolls world. Battle, craft, steal, or explore, and combine different types of equipment and abilities to create your own style of play. No game subscription required.

Release date
22 May, 2022
Required age
16+
Categories
Multi-player, MMO, Co-op, Online Co-op, Online PvP, PvP
Genres
Action, Adventure, RPG, Massively Multiplayer
Supported languages
English*, French*, German*, Russian
* languages with full audio support
Developers
Zenimax Online Studios
Publishers
Bethesda Softworks
Official website
elderscrollsonline.com
Support website
help.elderscrollsonline.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run The Elder Scrolls® Online?

You would be able to run The Elder Scrolls® Online 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:

Minimum requirements for Mac are:

  • OS: Mac High Sierra v 10.13
  • Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 560 graphics (4GB of VRAM)
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 85 GB
  • Additional Notes: OpenGL: 4.1

Can I play The Elder Scrolls® Online with 2 GB of RAM?

No, this is not enough to play The Elder Scrolls® Online. The minimum RAM is 3 GB.

Can I play The Elder Scrolls® Online with 3 GB of RAM?

Yes, The Elder Scrolls® Online can run with 3 GB of RAM. It's a minimum requirement.

How much RAM does The Elder Scrolls® Online need?

You need at least 3 GB of RAM to run The Elder Scrolls® Online on PC, but 8 GB is recommended.

On Mac it requires minimum 4 GB.

What processor do I need for The Elder Scrolls® Online?

Intel Core i3 540 or AMD A6-3620 or higher is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run The Elder Scrolls® Online.

How many GB is The Elder Scrolls® Online?

At least 85 GB of disk space is required to install The Elder Scrolls® Online on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for The Elder Scrolls® Online?

You need Direct X 11.0 compliant video card with 1GB (NVidia GeForce 460 or AMD Radeon 6850) or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play The Elder Scrolls® Online?

Windows 7 or newer.

Does The Elder Scrolls® Online require a 64-bit OS and processor?

Yes, The Elder Scrolls® Online needs a 64-bit processor and operating system.

What DirectX do I need to run The Elder Scrolls® Online?

Version 11 or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run The Elder Scrolls® Online on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

Can I play The Elder Scrolls® Online on my Mac?

Yes, The Elder Scrolls® Online supports Mac if it meets the following minimum requirements:

  • OS: Mac High Sierra v 10.13
  • Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 560 graphics (4GB of VRAM)
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 85 GB
  • Additional Notes: OpenGL: 4.1

When is The Elder Scrolls® Online release date?

The Elder Scrolls® Online release date is 22 May, 2022.

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