Can I Run Thief?

Last updated: 27 April 2024

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

Test your PC to see if it will run Thief 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: Thief

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Can my PC run Thief?

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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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Thief Windows Requirements

Thief system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows Vista with Platform Update for Windows Vista
OS
Windows 7, Windows 8
Processor
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
DirectX
DirectX
Version 10
DirectX
Version 11
Storage
Storage
20 GB
Storage
20 GB

Thief minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows Vista with Platform Update for Windows Vista operating system. Your processor should be High-Performance Dual Core CPU or Quad Core CPU or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 4 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be AMD Radeon 4800 series / Nvidia GTS 250. You also have to have 20 GB free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for Thief for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 7, Windows 8. Recommended CPU would be AMD FX 8000 series / Intel Quad i7 Core CPU CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 4 GB or more. And video card — AMD Radeon HD R9 series / Nvdia GTX 660 series.

Thief Mac Requirements

Thief system requirements for Mac
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
macOS 10.13 or above
OS
Processor
Processor
1.8 GHz
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
Storage
Storage
30 GB
Storage
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Pre 10.13 Users: Players using a version of OS X before 10.13 can access a compatible version of the game via the Beta tab in the game’s properties window. Select the ‘mac_support' branch for a version that is compatible with 10.9.1 up to 10.12.6.
Additional Notes

As for Mac OS, Thief requirements here start with macOS 10.13 or above operating system. Processor needs to be at least 1.8 GHz. 4 GB of RAM is required. Your graphics card should be 1GB Nvidia 650, 1GB AMD 5750, 1.5GB Intel Iris Pro. Finally, the game needs 30 GB of free disk space.

Game Details

Garrett, the Master Thief, steps out of the shadows into the City. In this treacherous place, where the Baron’s Watch spreads a rising tide of fear and oppression, his skills are the only things he can trust. Even the most cautious citizens and their best-guarded possessions are not safe from his reach.

Release date
27 February, 2021
Required age
16+
OpenCritic Score
64.73/100
Category
Single-player
Genres
Action, Adventure
Supported languages
English*, German*, French*, Italian*, Spanish - Spain*, Polish, Russian*, Czech
* languages with full audio support
Developer
Eidos-Montréal, Feral Interactive (Mac)
Publisher
Square Enix, Feral Interactive (Mac)
Official website
thiefgame.com
Support website
sqex.to
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run Thief?

You would be able to run Thief 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: macOS 10.13 or above
  • Processor: 1.8 GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Graphics: 1GB Nvidia 650, 1GB AMD 5750, 1.5GB Intel Iris Pro
  • Storage: 30 GB
  • Additional Notes: Pre 10.13 Users: Players using a version of OS X before 10.13 can access a compatible version of the game via the Beta tab in the game’s properties window. Select the ‘mac_support' branch for a version that is compatible with 10.9.1 up to 10.12.6.

Can I play Thief with 3 GB of RAM?

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

Can I play Thief with 4 GB of RAM?

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

How much RAM does Thief need?

You need at least 4 GB of RAM to run Thief on PC.

On Mac it requires minimum 4 GB.

What processor do I need for Thief?

High-Performance Dual Core CPU or Quad Core CPU is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Thief.

How many GB is Thief?

At least 20 GB of disk space is required to install Thief on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for Thief?

You need AMD Radeon 4800 series / Nvidia GTS 250 or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play Thief?

Windows Vista with Platform Update for Windows Vista or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run Thief?

Version 10 or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run Thief on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

Can I play Thief on my Mac?

Yes, Thief supports Mac if it meets the following minimum requirements:

  • OS: macOS 10.13 or above
  • Processor: 1.8 GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Graphics: 1GB Nvidia 650, 1GB AMD 5750, 1.5GB Intel Iris Pro
  • Storage: 30 GB
  • Additional Notes: Pre 10.13 Users: Players using a version of OS X before 10.13 can access a compatible version of the game via the Beta tab in the game’s properties window. Select the ‘mac_support' branch for a version that is compatible with 10.9.1 up to 10.12.6.

When is Thief release date?

Thief release date is 27 February, 2021.

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