How much RAM does StarDrive 2 need?

StarDrive 2 lists 8 GB of system memory. 16 GB is a safe modern baseline.

Is a NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 still enough for StarDrive 2?

It matches the game's stated target, so it will run, but it is an older part. A current card in the budget tier above gives you driver support and better efficiency for a similar outlay.

StarDrive 2 System Requirements

Apr 9, 2015IndieStrategy

StarDrive 2, released Apr 9, 2015, is an indie / strategy game from Zero Sum Games. Its recommended spec points at NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 graphics with an Intel Core i5-6500-class CPU; below we translate that into parts you can actually buy today.

Add to list View my list →

Official System Requirements

The minimum specs for StarDrive 2 call for AMD Radeon HD 4850-class graphics, Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550-class processor, 4 GB of RAM and 3 GB of storage.

The recommended specs for StarDrive 2 call for NVIDIA GeForce GT 640-class graphics, Intel Core i5-6500-class processor, 8 GB of RAM and 3 GB of storage.

Component	Minimum	Recommended
CPU	Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550	Intel Core i5-6500
GPU	AMD Radeon HD 4850	NVIDIA GeForce GT 640
RAM	4 GB	8 GB
Storage	3 GB	3 GB

Original published requirement text

Minimum: Minimum:

OS *: Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 64 bit (32 bit NOT supported !)
Processor: 2.5 Ghz Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 or equivalent
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: 1 GB nVidia Geforce GT460 or equivalent, 500 MB ATI HD4850 or equivalent
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 3 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX 9 Compatible Audio
Additional Notes: Minimum Resolution: 1366 x 768

Recommended: Recommended:

OS *: Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 64 bit (32 bit NOT supported !)
Processor: 3.5 Ghz Intel Core i5 or equivalent
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: 1 GB nVidia Geforce GTX660 or equivalent, 1 GB ATI HD7850 or equivalent
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 3 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX 9 Compatible Audio
Additional Notes: Minimum Resolution: 1366 x 768

Best GPU for StarDrive 2

Full GPU guide →

StarDrive 2's stated graphics card is roughly NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 level. The current sweet spot is the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT, with cheaper and faster options either side.

Budget

Intel Arc B570

~$259.99

score 21010 GB VRAMBattlemage

Intel Arc B570 is the cheapest current card that clears this game's recommended bar with 10GB VRAM. Fine for 1080p.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

Intel Arc B580 · 12GB~$250Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT · 16GB~$320Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT · 12GB~$400Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 · 8GB~$409.22Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Recommended

AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT

~$350

score 24016 GB VRAMRDNA 4

AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT adds headroom with 16GB VRAM - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 · 12GB~$520Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 · 8GB~$646.99Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti · 8GB~$659.98Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Performance

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

~$430

score 27516 GB VRAMBlackwell

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti leaves plenty of margin with 16GB VRAM for higher resolutions and frame rates.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT · 16GB~$539.99Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE · 16GB~$550Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 · 12GB~$560Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super · 12GB~$809.22Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Best CPU for StarDrive 2

Full CPU guide →

StarDrive 2's stated processor is roughly Intel Core i5-6500 level. The current sweet spot is the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, with cheaper and faster options either side.

Budget

Intel Core i3-14100F

~$104.97

score 130Raptor Lake Refresh

Intel Core i3-14100F is the cheapest current chip that clears this game's recommended bar. Fine for 1080p.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

Intel Core i3-13100F ~$100Buy
Intel Core i5-12400F ~$169.85Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Recommended

AMD Ryzen 5 5500

~$84.93

score 140Zen 3

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 adds headroom - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

AMD Ryzen 5 5600 ~$140.99Buy
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X ~$177.97Buy
Intel Core i5-13400F ~$180Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Performance

AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT

~$179

score 170Zen 3

AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT leaves plenty of margin for higher resolutions and frame rates.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

Intel Core i5-14400F ~$178.99Buy
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X ~$209Buy
Intel Core i5-13500 ~$265Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Recommended PC build for StarDrive 2

Full build guide →

Want the whole tower speced out? Our StarDrive 2 build guide pairs these CPU and GPU picks with RAM, motherboard, SSD, PSU and case at budget, recommended and performance tiers, with an approximate total.

Can these parts run StarDrive 2?

Can the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT run StarDrive 2?: Yes. The AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT is well ahead of StarDrive 2's NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 target, so expect a comfortable 1080p experience with headroom to spare.
Can the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 run StarDrive 2?: Yes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is well ahead of StarDrive 2's Intel Core i5-6500 target, so expect a comfortable 1080p experience with headroom to spare.

FAQ

What is the cheapest GPU for StarDrive 2?: Intel Arc B570 - Intel Arc B570 is the cheapest current card that clears this game's recommended bar with 10GB VRAM. Fine for 1080p.
Which CPU should I get for StarDrive 2?: AMD Ryzen 5 5500 - AMD Ryzen 5 5500 adds headroom - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.
How much RAM does StarDrive 2 need?: StarDrive 2 lists 8 GB of system memory. 16 GB is a safe modern baseline.
Is a NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 still enough for StarDrive 2?: It matches the game's stated target, so it will run, but it is an older part. A current card in the budget tier above gives you driver support and better efficiency for a similar outlay.