How much RAM does Virtual Desktop Classic need?

Virtual Desktop Classic lists 4 GB of system memory. 16 GB is a safe modern baseline.

Is a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 still enough for Virtual Desktop Classic?

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.

Virtual Desktop Classic System Requirements

Mar 31, 2016Utilities

Virtual Desktop Classic, released Mar 31, 2016, is an utilities game from Virtual Desktop, Inc.. Its recommended spec points at NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 graphics with an Intel Core i5-2500K-class CPU; below we translate that into parts you can actually buy today.

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Official System Requirements

The minimum specs for Virtual Desktop Classic call for Intel Core i5-2500K-class processor, 4 GB of RAM and 700 MB of storage.

The recommended specs for Virtual Desktop Classic call for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760-class graphics, Intel Core i5-2500K-class processor, 4 GB of RAM and 700 MB of storage.

Component	Minimum	Recommended
CPU	Intel Core i5-2500K	Intel Core i5-2500K
GPU	NVidia GTX 640	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760
RAM	4 GB	4 GB
Storage	700 MB	700 MB

Original published requirement text

Minimum: Minimum:

OS *: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10
Processor: i5-2500k
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVidia GTX 640 or 980M or ATI HD 7000/Rx 200
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 700 MB available space
VR Support: SteamVR or Oculus PC
Additional Notes: If you are using a Windows 'N' edition, you will need to install the Media Feature Pack.

Recommended: Recommended:

OS: Windows 10
Processor: i5-2500k
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVidia GTX 760 or 980M or ATI Rx 200
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 700 MB available space
Additional Notes: Windows 10 is highly recommended as it provides better performance. The Anniversary and Creators Update add 8K video and some H.265 support.

Best GPU for Virtual Desktop Classic

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Virtual Desktop Classic's stated graphics card is roughly NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 level. The current sweet spot is the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT, with cheaper and faster options either side.

Budget

Intel Arc B570

~$220

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.

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Other options at this level

Intel Arc B580 · 12GB~$250Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7600 · 8GB~$260Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 · 8GB~$290Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 · 8GB~$310Buy

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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.

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Other options at this level

AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT · 16GB~$320Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti · 8GB~$370Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT · 12GB~$400Find
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 · 12GB~$520Buy

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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.

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Other options at this level

AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT · 16GB~$480Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE · 16GB~$550Find
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 · 12GB~$560Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super · 12GB~$590Buy

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Best CPU for Virtual Desktop Classic

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Virtual Desktop Classic's stated processor is roughly Intel Core i5-2500K level. The current sweet spot is the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, with cheaper and faster options either side.

Budget

Intel Core i3-14100F

~$110

score 130Raptor Lake Refresh

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

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Other options at this level

Intel Core i3-13100F ~$100Buy
Intel Core i5-12400F ~$130Buy

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Recommended

AMD Ryzen 5 5500

~$80

score 140Zen 3

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

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Other options at this level

AMD Ryzen 5 5600 ~$110Buy
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X ~$130Buy
Intel Core i5-13400F ~$180Find

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Performance

AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT

~$125

score 170Zen 3

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

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Other options at this level

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X ~$160Buy
Intel Core i5-14400F ~$190Buy
Intel Core i5-13500 ~$210Buy

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Recommended PC build for Virtual Desktop Classic

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Want the whole tower speced out? Our Virtual Desktop Classic 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 Virtual Desktop Classic?

Can the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT run Virtual Desktop Classic?: Yes. The AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT is well ahead of Virtual Desktop Classic's NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 target, so expect a comfortable 1080p experience with headroom to spare.
Can the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 run Virtual Desktop Classic?: Yes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is well ahead of Virtual Desktop Classic's Intel Core i5-2500K target, so expect a comfortable 1080p experience with headroom to spare.

FAQ

What is the cheapest GPU for Virtual Desktop Classic?: 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 Virtual Desktop Classic?: 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 Virtual Desktop Classic need?: Virtual Desktop Classic lists 4 GB of system memory. 16 GB is a safe modern baseline.
Is a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 still enough for Virtual Desktop Classic?: 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.