Warframe requirements

Warframe System Requirements - full specs, system checker and the gaming PC setup you need.

Warframe minimum requirements

  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Graphics Card: Intel HD 3000
  • CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E6400
  • File Size: 10 GB
  • OS: Windows 7 64-Bit

Warframe recommended specs

  • Memory: 8 GB
  • Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
  • CPU: Intel Core i3-3220
  • File Size: 10 GB
  • OS: Windows 7 64-Bit

Can you run it? Test your computer against Warframe system requirements.

Can I Run Warframe?

To run the Warframe requirements, you will need an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 GPU, an Intel Core i7 860 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 50GB of available HDD or SSD space.

The Warframe system requirements aren't a difficult feat to overcome as the game is not particularly demanding when installed on your PC or laptop. Even older rigs should be able to run the game with minimal effort, especially as the game has no recommended specs. It is worth mentioning, however, that the game requires Windows 10 and upwards, having been able to run on older OS systems prior to 2024.

To meet the Warframe minimum requirements, all you will need is an AMD FX-4100 CPU, an NVIDIA GeForce 1050 GPU or similar DirectX 11 compatible card, and 4GB of RAM. As far as benchmarks go, Warframe is incredibly accessible, but your overall system performance will be largely dependent on the strength of your internet connection.

Warframe size

The Warframe download size on PC currently sits at 50GB of HDD or SSD space.While an SSD is not stated as a requirement, we generally recommend installing the game onto an SSD anyway to ensure you get the best in-game performance, particularly when encountering loading screens or when booting up the game. So, if you need more space or want to make an upgrade, check the PCGamesN buyers guide for the best SSD for gaming.

Warframe FPS Boost

If you're not getting a good framerate in Warframe, here are some tips for boosting Warframe FPS.

  • Turn as many of the toggleable graphical options off as you can until you reach a decent Warframe framerate - for example Nvidia PhsyX effects, Local Reflections etc.
  • Disable Motion Blur, this is known to have a significant impact on the FPS
  • Disable any background applications such as Game DVR or GeForce Experience
  • Set Windows power saving mode to 'High Performance'

Warframe on Steam Deck

Warframe Steam Deck

If you want to play on the Valve handheld then check our guide to Warframe Steam Deck compatibility.

Warframe update

The next major expansion, Warframe Jade Shadows, has been given a June 18, 2024 release date, and is set to bring a new clan operation, Belly of the Beast, alongside a new mission, the new Jade frame, numerous new customization options, and more. For the full details, be sure to check out the full breakdown on PCGamesN.

Warframe codes and guides

If you are already playing then PCGamesN has you covered. Check our list of all the new Warframe codes and a guide to Warframe builds.

Warframe will run on PC system with Windows 7 64-Bit and upwards.

Looking for an upgrade? Try our easy to use Warframe set up guides to find the best cards. Filter for Warframe graphics card comparison and CPU compare. We'll help you find the best deal for the right gear to run the game.

Warframe FPS - what frame rate can you expect?

How many FPS will I get on Warframe? We reference thousands of reports from PCGameBenchmark users running our FPS tracking app to tell you exactly how Warframe performs across a range of different settings and resolutions on the most popular PC gaming setups.

What frame rate does Warframe run at?

Here are the typical frame rate samples

Avg FPS CPU GPU RAM
98 Intel Core i7-10700 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 16 GB
90 Intel Core i7-6800K NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 32 GB
52 Intel Core i5-9300H NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 8 GB
42 Intel Core i5-10210U Intel UHD 8 GB
40 Intel Core i5-10400 Intel UHD 630 16 GB

What frame rate does Warframe run at? Check our FPS Calculator

Are you experiencing Warframe FPS drops and stutters? Want to know exactly how the game performs on your system? You can get a free easy FPS test for all your games using the PCGameBenchmark FPS monitor tool - your first step to understanding how the parts in your gaming PC are actually performing in real-world conditions.

Warframe System Requirements PC Graph - Can I Run Warframe
Warframe System Requirements - Can You Run Warframe?

Warframe Details

Warframe PC Specs
   Player Count 37,848 Players (Last 24 Hours)
   Review Score 71 / 100
   Download Play Warframe for FREE
   Developer Digital Extremes
   Publisher Digital Extremes
   Categories Action RPG Free to Play
   Warframe Release Date 25th of March 2013
What is Warframe?

Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game