Can I run SOMA?
Official SOMA system requirements, player reports on SOMA performance, and a check against your GPU and CPU.
Official system requirements
Published on the Steam store page by the developer. This is that text, not a benchmark.
Minimum
- OS
- 64-bit Windows Vista
- Processor
- Core i3 / AMD A6 2.4Ghz
- Memory
- 4 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 / AMD Radeon HD 5750. OpenGL 3.3
- Storage
- 25 GB available space
- Notes
- Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series or better), but with issues.
Recommended
- OS
- 64-bit Windows 7
- Processor
- Core i5 / AMD FX 2.4Ghz
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 / AMD Radeon HD 5970. OpenGL 3.3
- Storage
- 25 GB available space
- Notes
- Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series or better), but with issues.
What players say about performance
The game generally runs well on most systems, with some occasional frame drops and performance issues reported, but these are often fixable with patches.
Drawn from 24 reviews that mention performance.
Common problems
- Performance issues: occasional frame drops and slowdowns in some areas.
- Poor optimization: some players experienced massive frame drops and stuttering.
- Compatibility and bug problems: some players encountered crashes and bugs.
- Missing or inconsistent performance at higher resolutions or settings.
What runs it well
- Most players have no FPS issues with recommended hardware.
- Game runs smoothly on Steam Deck according to reports.
- Some players achieve a stable 30fps at 720p on lower-end hardware.
- Many report good performance at 1080p with high-end GPUs.
Check your PC
Pick a GPU and a CPU. The result compares their class with the parts named in the official requirements. It is not an FPS estimate.