F1® 25 PC Hardware Guide
Official requirements explained
F1® 25, developed by Codemasters and published by Electronic Arts, lists minimum CPUs such as the Intel Core i5-6400 and AMD Ryzen 3 1200. Those parts belong to an older generation today. The minimum GPU list includes the GTX 1060 6GB, RX 570 8GB and Intel Arc A380. Minimum memory is 8GB, storage is 100GB, and the publisher does not require an SSD.
The recommended tier is noticeably higher. The CPU entries are the Intel Core i5-9600K and AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, which roughly correspond to an older mainstream chip today. The GPU list includes the RTX 2070, RX 6600 XT, RX 6700 XT, RX 6800 and Arc A580, and memory is listed at 16GB. In practice, the gap between minimum and recommended means moving the whole platform up a generation, not just adding a bit of speed. Meeting the recommended tier puts you above the publisher's mainstream baseline and should give a steadier experience.
These figures describe the baseline needed to play the game. They do not guarantee the same smoothness at every resolution or at the highest settings. If you want to run at higher resolutions or with heavier effects, aim a step above the recommended tier.
Some listed parts carry extra notes for VR or ray tracing in parentheses. Check the publisher's official listing for the exact conditions attached to those notes.
Recommended builds for three budgets
The entry build suits players on a tight budget who mainly want 1080p. A GPU such as the Intel Arc A380, GTX 1660 or RTX 3050 6GB paired with a Ryzen 3 3100 or Core i3-10100F is a reasonable starting point, with 16GB of RAM. This combination meets or slightly exceeds the minimum tier, but you will likely need to keep settings moderate to get a comfortable experience.
The mainstream build is the best value for most people. An RTX 2060, RX 5700 or RX 6600 paired with a Ryzen 5 3600 or Core i5-10400, again with 16GB of RAM, comfortably clears the recommended tier and leaves some headroom. It suits players who want 1080p or 1440p with most effects enabled.
The high-end build is for players chasing higher resolutions and the full set of effects. Options include an RX 6800, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB or RX 7700 XT, paired with a Ryzen 7 5700X, Ryzen 5 7600 or Core i5-14400. Consider 32GB of RAM so multitasking and recording stay comfortable. This tier sits well above the recommended requirements and is built to make the most of the game's visuals.
Graphics settings with the biggest impact
In a racing game, the heaviest settings are usually shadows, volumetric effects and environmental detail. Shadow quality and shadow distance tend to cost the most, since lighting changes a lot across a race track. Volumetric lighting and smoke add load during rain and night sessions. View distance and the density of crowds and scenery also weigh on the system, though their visual payoff does not always match their cost, so adjust them with care.
Ray tracing is listed separately in the official requirements and is usually one of the most expensive options. If your GPU sits below the recommended tier, turn ray tracing off first and use the headroom for a steadier frame time and resolution. If your card supports it and you have room to spare, enable only the reflection or shadow options that matter most to you, rather than everything at once.
Upscaling technologies such as DLSS, FSR and XeSS render at a lower internal resolution and scale the result up to your display. In general they reduce GPU load with modest image quality loss. Choose the one that matches your graphics card and compare the modes to see the trade-offs. A practical approach is to start from medium settings and raise options one at a time, which is more efficient than starting at maximum.
Laptops and handheld PCs
Laptop GPUs often share names with desktop parts but deliver less performance, because power limits and cooling space are tighter. A laptop RTX card may run at a much lower power ceiling than its desktop namesake, so judge a laptop by its cooling design and power mode rather than the model name alone. Using AC power and setting the power mode to performance helps the machine sustain its output.
Handheld PCs such as the Steam Deck or ROG Ally are portable platforms limited by size and battery. In general, they are best played at lower settings and resolutions, often paired with upscaling or frame-rate limiting to balance quality and smoothness. If you plan to play on a handheld, use the official minimum requirements as a rough guide and expect playability rather than top-end visuals.
We do not have verification data for the Steam Deck for this title, so we cannot give a specific compatibility rating. Compare the hardware specifications against the official requirements to make your own judgment.
Storage and memory
The official storage requirement is 100GB, and an SSD is not mandatory. An SSD still makes a noticeable difference to load times, shortening the waits when entering events, loading tracks and moving between screens. The game will run from a hard drive, but loading will feel slower. An SSD is worth it for anyone who switches between events and modes often.
For memory, the official minimum is 8GB and the recommended amount is 16GB. In practice 16GB covers most players, leaving room for the system and background programs. If you multitask, stream or record, 32GB gives more breathing room. Run memory in dual-channel mode by using matched sticks in the correct slots, which helps data flow between the CPU and GPU.
Finally, updates and patches need temporary space on top of the base installation. Keep at least 20GB of free space beyond the 100GB requirement so an update does not fail for lack of room.