Action / Survie
Dying Light 2 PC requirements 2026 – Min & recommended specs
What build makes sense for Dying Light 2 without overspending.
Dying Light 2 on PC: hardware guide and performance
Dying Light 2 is a major action / survie title on PC in 2026. This PC4Games page explains what the game actually needs from your CPU, GPU, RAM and storage — beyond the minimum lines shown on Steam.
Dying Light 2 is among the more demanding titles in the PC4Games catalogue. Ultra settings and advanced post-processing need a recent mid-to-high-end GPU.
For a good experience we recommend a budget around $1,425 (PC4Games “comfort” tier). A $975 build handles 1080p on reduced to medium settings; for 1440p, high effects or streaming headroom, target $1,950 and above.
The official requirements table (minimum / recommended) and Amazon picks by budget tier are below. Use them as a baseline, then refine with the PC4Games comparator if you are unsure between desktop and laptop.
Suggested upgrade order: NVMe SSD first (loads and micro-stutters), then 16 GB RAM in dual-channel, then GPU and CPU. Update GPU drivers and enable Windows Game Mode before buying new hardware.
Direct answer: which PC to play Dying Light 2?
- ▸Minimum budget to run the game : $650 – $975
- ▸Recommended budget (comfortable 1080p–1440p) : $975 – $1425
- ▸Optimal budget (1440p ultra or 4K) : $1425 – $1950
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Minimum and recommended PC specs for Dying Light 2
| Component | Minimum requirements | Recommended requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-9100 / AMD Ryzen 3 2300X | Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X |
| RAM | 8 Go | 16 Go |
| Carte graphique (1080p) | NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti / AMD RX 560 (4 Go) | NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 5700 XT (8 Go) |
| Carte graphique (1080p RT) | NVIDIA RTX 2070 / AMD RX 6800 | NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6900 XT |
| Storage | SSD 60 Go | SSD NVMe 60 Go |
| Operating system | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 11 64-bit |
| DirectX | DirectX 12 | DirectX 12 Ultimate |
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Which PC to buy for Dying Light 2?
For Dying Light 2 at 1080p/60 FPS without ray tracing, a €600–800 PC (RTX 3060 or RX 6700 XT) is sufficient. With ray tracing using DLSS Performance mode, budget €1,200–1,500 for comfortable 1080p.
Frequently asked questions about Dying Light 2
What are Dying Light 2 PC requirements in 2026?
Minimum: Intel i3-9100 / Ryzen 3 2300X, 8 GB RAM, GTX 1050 Ti / RX 560 4 GB, SSD 60 GB, Windows 10, DirectX 12. Recommended (1080p 60 FPS): i7-8700K / Ryzen 7 3700X, 16 GB RAM, RTX 2060 / RX 5700 XT.
Is ray tracing in Dying Light 2 worth it?
Visually yes, but it's very demanding. For a satisfying ray tracing experience, an RTX 3080 with DLSS Performance or an RTX 4070 is recommended. Below RTX 3070, DLSS Performance mode is essential.
Does Dying Light 2 run well on a €800 PC?
Yes, a €800 PC with an RTX 3060 Ti or RX 6700 XT reaches 60+ FPS at 1080p/1440p without ray tracing. Great value for this game.
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