Factorio system requirements

Can I run Factorio?

To run the Factorio system requirements, you will need an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti GPU, an Intel Core 2 Quad Q9650 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and 5GB of HD or SSD space.

One of the greatest factory games of all time, Factorio is a game with very low hardware entry requirements. However, the Factorio requirements for PC have increased as of October 21, 2024 which saw the release of the Space Age expansion. This new late-game content and base game refinement has resulted in much higher PC requirements. Fortunately, few players should have any difficulty running the game.

Be warned that the Factorio PC requirements are hugely dependent on how many mods you load into Factorio, and how large your factory megabase becomes. 

If you're playing on the Factorio minimum requirements, you will need an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti graphics card, an Intel Core 2 Quad Q9650 processor, and 8GB of RAM. However, as your base expands and the number of entites in your base increase, you may find yourself encountering FPS issues if your hardware only barely passes the minimum requirements.

So, to get reliable gameplay, we encourage you to meet the Factorio recommended specs, which require an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti GPU, an Intel Core i5 3570K CPU, and 16GB of RAM.

Still unsure if you can play Factorio? Try our benchmark test using our automatic checker or by manually entering your system details to see if you can run Factorio Space Age onwards. 

Encountering performance issues? Use our FPS test to find out where you're encountering FPS drops in-game, and which components are holding you back. 

Factorio size

The Factorio size for download on PC is only 5GB of HD space following the Space Age expansion. Previously, the game only required 3GB.

We recommend using an SSD to help with load times, particularly if you're syncing hundreds of hours into a single base. Also, while the game starts of at only 5GB of space, any Factorio mods you install can easily balloon Factorio to a much larger size.

So, if you need more space or want to make an upgrade, check the PCGamesN buyers guide for the best SSD for gaming or just check the latest, best prices for SSDs.

Factorio space mods

One of the most popular and expansive mods for Factorio is the Space Exploration mod by Earendel. This mod extends the Factorio endgame significantly by allowing you to board rockets bound for space, build platforms in space, research new space tech, and even create your own spaceship.

However, as of October 21, 2024, Factorio has an inbuilt space expansion known as Space Age, which is free to all owners of Factorio, and significantly expands upon planetary exploration, spaceship/platform building, and more. Space Age brings many elements of the Space Exploration mod into the base game, while also making several tweaks to the order of research unlocks and progression. Earendel, who works as a Concept Artist for Wube Software, explained that Space Age will be accessible to all Factorio players, while their mod "Space Exploration" is designed for challenge-seeking builders.