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Can I run Euro Truck Simulator 2?
Euro Truck Simulator 2's official minimum spec names the GeForce GTX 660 and Core i5-6400 with 8 GB RAM; its recommended spec the GeForce GTX 1660. The cheapest card at the UK shops we track that meets our 1080p High estimate is the RTX 3060 12GB at £252.10 (PcNova).
Estimates, not benchmarks. We map the publisher's minimum / recommended specs onto SpecPrice's performance scores (GPU: RTX 4060 = 100; CPU: Ryzen 5 7600X = 100). Prices , UK shops only.
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Euro Truck Simulator 2 official PC requirements
| Tier | Graphics | Processor | RAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum 1080p Low | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 or AMD Radeon RX 460 or Intel HD 630 (2GB VRAM) | Intel Core i5-6400 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or similar | 8 GB |
| Recommended 1080p High | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 590 (2GB VRAM) | Intel Core i5-9600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or similar | 12 GB |
Source: Steam store page (official requirements, appdetails API, region gb), fetched 2026-10-17.
What you need at each setting
At 1080p High, Euro Truck Simulator 2 needs a GPU score of about 46: the 45th most demanding of the 59 games we cover. Games with the closest GPU and CPU needs: Civilization VII, Rainbow Six Siege, Resident Evil 4, Elden Ring.
| Target | GPU score needed | CPU score needed | Cheapest GPU that meets it | Cheapest CPU that meets it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p Low (minimum) | ~16 2 GB VRAM | ~31 8 GB RAM | RTX 3060 12GB £252.10 · PcNova | AMD Ryzen 3 3200G £50.74 · PcNova |
| 1080p High | ~46 6 GB VRAM | ~54 12 GB RAM | RTX 3060 12GB £252.10 · PcNova | Intel Core i3-12100F £79.97 · Laptops Direct |
| 1440p High | ~74 8 GB VRAM | ~54 12 GB RAM | RTX 3060 12GB £252.10 · PcNova | Intel Core i3-12100F £79.97 · Laptops Direct |
| 4K High | ~124 12 GB VRAM | ~54 12 GB RAM | RX 9060 XT 16GB £392.62 · PcNova | Intel Core i3-12100F £79.97 · Laptops Direct |
Cheapest GPUs for Euro Truck Simulator 2 at 1080p High
Cheapest GPUs at 1440p High
FAQ
What are the minimum PC requirements for Euro Truck Simulator 2?
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 or AMD Radeon RX 460 or Intel HD 630 (2GB VRAM); Intel Core i5-6400 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or similar; 8 GB RAM (official, from Steam store page (official requirements).
What are the recommended specs for Euro Truck Simulator 2?
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 590 (2GB VRAM); Intel Core i5-9600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or similar; 12 GB RAM.
What is the cheapest graphics card that runs Euro Truck Simulator 2?
For the minimum spec (1080p Low), the cheapest card we price at UK shops is the RTX 3060 12GB at £252.10, which also meets 1080p High. Older or entry cards we don't price can also meet the minimum: see the official list above.
What GPU do I need for Euro Truck Simulator 2 at 1440p?
About 74 on our GPU score (RTX 4060 = 100) with 8 GB of VRAM for 1440p High. Cheapest that meets it at UK shops: RTX 3060 12GB at £252.10.
How much RAM does Euro Truck Simulator 2 need?
8 GB for the minimum spec and 12 GB for High settings, per the publisher.
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How it works: method and limits. Prices: cheapest current new listing per model at AWD-IT, Box, GamingKit, Laptops Direct, Novatech, PCHUB.UK, PcNova, Scan.