Genshin Impact System Requirements: PC, Mobile and Console
November 9, 2026 · 5 min read
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- Genshin Impact PC requirements
- Android requirements
- iPhone and iPad requirements
- Consoles: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
- What happened to Genshin Impact on PS4
- What happens on devices below minimum
- Storage and update size
- Cross-save and crossplay
- Frequently asked questions
- What are the minimum PC requirements for Genshin Impact?
- Can my phone run Genshin Impact?
- Is Genshin Impact still on PS4?
- Can Genshin Impact run on integrated graphics?
- Is Genshin Impact on Xbox?
- How much RAM does Genshin Impact need?
Genshin Impact runs on Windows PC, Android, iOS, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. On PC, the minimum is a 6th-generation Intel Core i5 or an AMD Ryzen processor, 8 GB of RAM and a GTX 1050 or Intel Iris Xe graphics. HoYoverse raised these specs with the "Song of the Welkin Moon" version in September 2025, and they still apply in Version 7.2. The game no longer runs on PS4.
Last checked: November 9, 2026. Source: HoYoverse's official notice on device performance requirements, plus its PS4 and cross-save notices.
Genshin Impact PC requirements
| Spec | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit or Windows 11 64-bit |
| Processor | 6th Gen Intel Core i5, AMD Ryzen series or equivalent | 7th Gen Intel Core i7, AMD Ryzen 5000 series or better |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (discrete) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or equivalent | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB or better |
| Graphics (integrated) | Intel Iris Xe or equivalent | Not listed |
| DirectX | 11 | 11 |
The minimum spec lets the game run, while the recommended spec is what HoYoverse suggests for a smoother experience. Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics are on the supported list, so many recent thin laptops can run it at lower settings.
Android requirements
| Spec | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Chip (SoC) | Snapdragon 660 (Adreno 610) or Helio G88 (Mali-G52) and above | Snapdragon 855, Dimensity 1000 or Kirin 980 and above |
| RAM | 4 GB or more | 6 GB or more |
| Android version | Android 10 and above | Android 12 and above |
| Other | ARMv8-A 64-bit architecture, non-PowerVR GPU |
The "non-PowerVR GPU" rule matters: phones with PowerVR graphics aren't supported, even if their other specs look fine.
iPhone and iPad requirements
| Spec | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone | iPhone 8 Plus or iPhone X and later | iPhone 12 series and later |
| iPad | iPad mini (5th gen), iPad Air (3rd gen) or iPad (8th gen) and later | iPad (9th gen) and later |
| Chip | Apple A11 (iPhone) or A12 (iPad) or later | Apple A13 or later |
| RAM | 3 GB or more | 4 GB or more |
| iOS version | iOS 13.0 and above | iOS 13.0 and above |
Bluetooth controller support needs iOS 14 or above.
Consoles: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
| Console | Status |
|---|---|
| PlayStation 5 | Supported |
| Xbox Series X/S | Supported since November 20, 2024 |
| PlayStation 4 | Discontinued. You can't log in on PS4 since April 8, 2026 |
In Version 7.2, the game added support for DualSense adaptive triggers when using firearms on PC and PS5. You can turn it on under Settings > Controls.
What happened to Genshin Impact on PS4
HoYoverse ended PS4 support in three steps, citing hardware performance and application size limits:
| Date (UTC+8) | What changed |
|---|---|
| September 10, 2025 | Removed from the PlayStation Store for accounts that had never downloaded it |
| February 25, 2026 | All in-game purchases on PS4 delisted |
| April 8, 2026 | Update support ended and PS4 login stopped |
Your progress isn't lost. HoYoverse said PS4 players can continue on PS5 or other supported platforms. To play on PC or mobile, bind another login method. Log in on PS5, then go to Paimon Menu > Settings > Account > User Center. Items bought on the PlayStation Store but not claimed in game can now only be claimed by logging in on PS5.
What happens on devices below minimum
HoYoverse says devices below the minimum may still launch the game, but can have frame rate drops, instability or crashes. Since Version 5.0, some older devices, including iPhones with an A12 chip or lower and Android phones with a Snapdragon 865 or lower, have run with reduced visual detail.
If you're on the edge:
- Lower the render resolution and graphics quality in Settings > Graphics.
- Use the "Clear the shader cache" option in the Graphics settings if you see rendering glitches. HoYoverse added it to fix problems caused by shader compilation errors.
- Install only the voice-over pack you need to save storage.
Storage and update size
HoYoverse's latest requirements notice didn't list a final storage figure. Each update also needs extra space to download. For Version 7.2, HoYoverse estimated the pre-install download at 8 GB on PC and 3 GB on mobile with one voice-over pack. Each extra voice pack makes it bigger. Leave generous free space before every update. See our Genshin Impact 7.2 update guide for the rest of the patch.
Cross-save and crossplay
- PC, Android and iOS share progress through your HoYoverse account on the same server.
- Xbox Series X|S: link your Microsoft account to a HoYoverse account to share progress with PC and mobile. The link prompt appears the first time you start the game on Xbox, after you accept the Terms of Service. HoYoverse says you can unlink a Microsoft account only once, so check the account before you confirm.
- PlayStation: link your PlayStation account to the same HoYoverse account. Your PlayStation store region decides which server you play on there, so check that it matches the server your progress is on.
- Co-op works across platforms once you reach Adventure Rank 16.
Frequently asked questions
What are the minimum PC requirements for Genshin Impact?
Windows 10 64-bit, a 6th-gen Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen processor, 8 GB of RAM, DirectX 11, and an NVIDIA GTX 1050 or Intel Iris Xe graphics. HoYoverse recommends a 7th-gen Core i7 or Ryzen 5000 processor, 16 GB of RAM and a GTX 1060 6GB.
Can my phone run Genshin Impact?
On Android you need at least a Snapdragon 660 or Helio G88 chip, 4 GB of RAM, Android 10 and a non-PowerVR GPU. On Apple devices you need an iPhone 8 Plus or iPhone X or newer, or an iPad with an A12 chip or newer, and iOS 13.
Is Genshin Impact still on PS4?
No. HoYoverse ended PS4 update support on April 8, 2026, and you can no longer log in on PS4. Your progress carries over to PS5, and you can bind another login method to play on PC or mobile.
Can Genshin Impact run on integrated graphics?
Yes. Intel Iris Xe or equivalent integrated graphics are on HoYoverse's minimum spec list. Expect to play on lower settings.
Is Genshin Impact on Xbox?
Yes. It launched on Xbox Series X|S on November 20, 2024. You can link your Microsoft account to a HoYoverse account to share progress with PC and mobile.
How much RAM does Genshin Impact need?
8 GB minimum on PC, with 16 GB recommended. Phones need at least 4 GB of RAM on Android or 3 GB on iPhone, and 6 GB or 4 GB is recommended.
