What do the official system requirements say?
Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, publishes the system requirements on its help page. You will find a minimum, a recommended level and a higher tier for the Epic quality setting, with the processor, memory and graphics card that go with each. Always check that page for the current figures; they can change with an update.
Note: Epic itself warns that with the minimum you can start Fortnite, but probably not play at high settings. If you want good-looking images and smooth play, aim for the recommended level or above.
What does that mean in practice?
- Graphics card: a separate graphics card makes the difference. The graphics chip in a processor is enough for the lightest settings; a separate card gives smoother play and higher settings.
- Processor: anyone who wants a high frame rate at low settings needs a strong processor. For Fortnite, a modern processor with 6 cores or more is a good choice.
- Memory: 16 GB is our minimum for gaming and leaves room for Discord and a browser next to the game.
- Storage: an NVMe SSD loads the game quickly. Fortnite usually sits next to other games, so 1 TB is a safe choice.
Competitive play: screen, mouse and settings
Competitive players often lower the graphics settings for more frames per second and a clearer view. That only helps if your screen shows those frames. A screen of 144 Hz or more is then a logical step; see our monitors. A light gaming mouse and a headset complete your setup.
Which budget suits Fortnite?
Around 1,000 euros you play Fortnite well at 1080p: see our gaming PCs around 1,000 euros. If you want a high frame rate on a screen of 144 Hz or more, choose a PC with an RTX 5060 Ti or RX 9060 XT and a modern processor, for example among our gaming PCs around 1,500 euros. Price and stock are always today's.
Prefer to choose yourself? In the PC Builder you put together a PC with parts that work together.
Fortnite for your child
Fortnite has the age rating PEGI 12. With Microsoft Family Safety and the parental controls in the game itself you set, among other things, play time and chat. How to go about it and which agreements help is in our guide for parents.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play Fortnite on a 1,000 euro PC?
Yes. Fortnite already runs smoothly on an entry-level model with a separate graphics card. For a high frame rate on a screen of 144 Hz or more, a stronger graphics card and processor are advisable.
How much RAM do I need for Fortnite?
16 GB is our minimum for gaming and is enough for Fortnite. For the official figure, check the Epic Games help page.
Do I need a 144 Hz screen?
No, but a screen with a high refresh rate shows fast movement more smoothly, and you notice it most in competitive play. Your PC then has to be able to deliver those frames per second.
Is a gaming PC better than a console for Fortnite?
A console is cheaper and simpler. A PC costs more, but you can reach higher settings and more frames per second, and your child can do schoolwork on it too.
Read also
Sources
The official figures come from these pages of the makers, read on 7 November 2026. Check there for the latest version.
- Epic Games: What are the system requirements for Fortnite on PC? (epicgames.com)