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Star Wars Outlawsis a massively ambitious game with an open world setting the pace for what the adventure offers. The title is available on the Epic Games Store and Ubisoft’s own platform but not on the popular PC gaming platform Steam at the time of writing.
Star Wars Outlaws PC Hardware Requirements
Star Wars Outlaws comes with relatively modest hardware requirements compared to other PC games in 2024, although hardware requirements do need a software upscaler to be in play for even lower-end hardware, albeit with a quality preset as stated below.
Star Wars Outlaws has relatively modest hardware requirements for the universe’s first foray into an open-world setting (as published on Epic Games Store)
Ubisoft also offers a better insight as to what to build around or upgrade to for PC builders looking to play the title at certain resolutions or presets:
The team at Game Rant, using Ubisoft’s hardware recommendations above, has suggested 3 potential hardware builds that cover its minimum/recommended, high, and ultra hardware requirements respectively, with a focus on performance, value for money, and upgradability in that order.
The Outlaw’s Ultra Gaming PC Build For Star Wars Outlaws
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is AMD’s latest and greatest CPU when it comes to gaming. With an excellent and highly efficient gaming performance that tops the charts currently, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is here to stay and has a crown to claim thanks to its 3D V-Cache-enabled prowess when it comes to gaming on a PC.The octa-core CPU currently happens to be the fastest in the business for gaming even as it leads efficiency charts at the top, making it a very sought-after gaming upgrade.
ASUS ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler
The ASUS ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler is ASUS’s latest premium tri-fan AIO that offers better cooling, an upgraded LCD, and a new Asetek 8th generation pump as some of its salient features. Thanks to a thicker radiator and a new cold plate, it can reduce temperatures drastically versus both its predecessor and its competition.
G.Skill Trident Z5 NEO Series (AMD Expo) 64GB Kit CL30
The G. Skill Trident Z5 NEO sticks are a pair of 32GB RAM sticks that conform to AMD’s more stringent EXPO memory requirements for overclocking. With tight timings and a CAS latency of just 30-40-40-96.With a subtle RGB effect and a premium feel, the Trident Z Neo is one of the best premium RGB RAM sticks money can buy that is designed for AMD-based systems.
Gigabyte X670E Aorus Pro X
Boasting a fully white PCB and white heatsinks, the Gigabyte X670E Aorus Pro X looks dashing. It features an excellent 16+2+2 power phase delivery and doesn’t lag behind in component compatibility or connectivity. Four M.2 slots for fast storage and impressive memory support allow the board to push the system’s full potential.
Crucial T705 2TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe M.2 SSD with heatsink
The Crucial T705 2TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe M.2 SSD is the latest and greatest storage solution from the company that is arguably one of the best players in the game. The T705 series boasts incredible transfer speeds and the 2 TB model takes the cake, offering up to 14,500 MB/s read speeds and write speeds of up to 12,700 MB/s. It does come with a heatsink for improved thermal efficiency.
GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER AERO OC 16G
The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER AERO OC 16G is a premium, factory-overclocked, white-themed variant of the RTX 4080 SUPER that carries the high-end AERO moniker.With an excellent tri-fan air cooler supporting a vapor chamber and a decent boost clock speed offering in tow, the all-white Gigabyte AERO OC offers much more than the competition at a premium.
Seasonic FOCUS GX-1000
The Seasonic FOCUS GX-1000 is a gold-rated full-modular PSU that conforms to both ATX 3.0 and PCI-E 5.0 specs. It also comes with a native 12VHPWR connector and a 135M Fluid Dynamic Bearing fan in tow.Thanks to Seasonic’s hybrid fan control, the FOCUS GX-1000 runs whisper-quiet at lower loads even as it is more compact than some of its peers.It also throws in a free PSU tester and plenty of cable management options in a package that is surprisingly more affordable than the competition with a 10 year warranty in tow.
HYTE Y60
There is no better mid-tower case to show off gaming rigs than the Hyte Y60. With three tempered glass panels, the Y60 case provides a nearly unobstructed view of the components. A dual chamber design enables builders to keep PSUs and cables tucked behind motherboards to avoid interfering with other components. The Y60 ships ready to vertically mount graphics cards with an included PCIe riser cable. Even with solid glass panels, the case still promotes airflow with extensive vents that wrap around the right side, top, and back of the chassis.
The build above caters to playing Star Wars at Ultra presets as stated by Ubisoft, with Ray Tracing turned on at a 4K (UHD) or lower resolution by leveraging AMD’s best-in-class CPU and pairing it to Nvidia’s penultimate RTX series GPU, the RTX 4080 SUPER in a Gigabyte trim. It employs a capable, but slightly overkill ASUS ROG Ryujin III AIO in a 360mm configuration.
Gigabyte’s badge is spotted again, this time on a capable X670E motherboard that offers PCI-E 5.0 storage compatibility and Wi-Fi 7 out of the box. On the memory front, a 64GB kit from G.Skill offers low latency and higher clocks with an EXPO profile for the AMD CPU to boot, making it a perfect, if considerably overkill offering for a title like Star Wars Outlaws.
With a large 2TB PCI-E 5.0 SSD in tow thanks to the Crucial T705’s well-priced offering and a reliable 1000W PSU from Seasonic all housed in the aesthetic Hyte Y60 case, the build above offers performance, reliability and aesthetics in a neat package that meets or exceeds user needs for titles like Star Wars Outlaws and beyond.
The Rebel’s High-Spec Gaming PC Build For Star Wars Outlaws
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X
The AMD Ryzen 7 7700x is an excellent octacore processor with 16 threads in tow. It is quite similar to the fastest gaming CPU on the market, the Ryzen 7800X3D and offers similar productivity performance even as the latter takes the lead in games thanks to its larger L3 cache.
Corsair H100x RGB Elite Liquid CPU Cooler
Corsair H100x RGB Elite brings a gorgeous 240mm AIO design with customizable ARGB lighting on both fans and the CPU block. With flexible tubing, the block can be installed in any orientation and poses no clearance issues. Compatible with the latest intel and AMD platforms, the H100x RGB Elite serves as a wonderful mid-range AIO cooler for overclocking.
G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB (AMD Expo)
G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo RGB series is a specialized RAM kit for the AM5 platform with up to 6000 MT/s speed. The RAM kit brings exceptional RGB lighting on top of the heat spreaders and works at low latency. It’s decently stable at the advertised speed and makes an ideal choice for gaming builds.
ASRock B650 PG LIGHTING
ASRock B650 PG LIGHTING is a good-looking and affordable motherboard for the latest AMD Zen 4-based chips, offering overclocking support and the latest connectivity features. Its black PCB with white accents gives it a personality and the steel armor enhances and strengthens the PCI-E x16 slot for heavier GPUs. It’s perfect for budget and mid-range CPUs, and ideal for budget gaming builds.
SAMSUNG 990 PRO NVMe 4.0 SSD 1TB
The Samsung 990 Pro is Samsung’s latest and greatest PCI-E 4.0 SSD endeavor. It delivers blazing-fast read and write speeds with a solid 5-year warranty and excellent software support in tow via the Samsung Magician software suite allowing for fine-grained control to users giving them the ability to tweak, benchmark, and customize how their SSDs function.
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC brings about 20% improvement over the non-Super edition for a slightly higher price and comes in a dual axial-tech fan design with factory-overclocked. Boasting a clock speed of 2550MHz in the OC mode, it provides a slight advantage to the Founders Edition along with a better cooling solution.
Thermaltake GF1 (2024) Fully Modular ATX 850W Power Supply
The updated Thermaltake GF1 850W PSU is a gold-rated PSU that offers a completely modular solution for gamers looking for a reliable solution that can keep up with some of the most demanding PCs in 2024.It comes with comprehensive protection for users, excellent build quality, quiet operation and an extensive warranty from Thermaltake in tow.
LIAN LI LANCOOL 216 PC Case
The LANCOOL 216 is a mid-tower case with all-around mesh panels for optimal airflow. Thanks to its modular rear panel, it can be optimized for air or water cooling. It includes 2 x 160mm and 1 x 140mm pre-installed PWM fans and an innovative rear PCIe fan bracket to maximize airflow.
Users looking for a more mid-range option that has plenty of upgrade options down the line, in addition to excellent performance at a 2K resolution for Star Wars Outlaws, can opt for the octacore AMD Ryzen 7 7700X against Ubisoft’s AM4-based 5800X recommendation. Moving to the AM5 platform has many advantages, including support for upcoming PCI-E 5.0 GPUs and existing SSD storage.
The build, however, focuses on grabbing the highest-end PCI-E 4.0 SSD storage, leveraging the savings that it offers in addition to a capable mid-range AM5 motherboard from ASRock. With fast, low latency RAM from G.Skill and a factory overclocked RTX 4070 SUPER from ASUS in a no-nonsense Dual OC config, it does have the memory and GPU horsepower to back its promise as a well-rounded gaming PC.
With a capable liquid cooler from Corsair, an airflow-centric Lian Li Lancool 216 case and an upgrade-friendly Gold-rated PSU from Thermaltake, the build above offers excellent thermals and expansion options while capitalizing on mid-range CPU and GPU options that offer a significant price advantage versus going for the highest end in the build that precedes it, making it a great option to out for to play titles like Star Wars Outlaws.
The Stormtrooper’s Entry-Level Gaming PC Build For Star Wars Outlaws
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D extends the lifespan of the AM4 platform through its 3D V-Cache technology that helps it perform equally well in games as the latest Ryzen 7000 CPUs. With 8 Cores/16 threads configuration, it is somewhat equivalent to the more expensive 5800X3D and is perfect for both gaming and CPU-intensive workloads
MSI MAG Coreliquid E360 AIO Liquid Cooler
The MSI MAG CoreLiquid E360 AIO is a value-packed liquid cooler with a rotating water blockhead and three 120 mm ARGB fans. This cooling system benefits from an enlarged copper base which maximizes contact with CPUs for amplified heat exchange. The radiator also utilizes a split pathway design to distribute warm and cold liquid more effectively. Thanks to a water pump with a three-phase motor, the MAG CoreLiquid E360 can balance its cooling power with noise levels and avoid excess vibrations.
Corsair VENGEANCE RGB PRO DDR4 3600MHz
This Corsair VENGEANCE RGB PRO DDR4 RAM kit is the ultimate solution for gamers, offering beautiful aesthetics, high clock speeds, and great overclocking support on Intel platforms. Easily tweakable through the BIOS and from iCUE software, the Vengeance RGB Pro makes life easier for modern gaming builds boasting DDR4 motherboards.
MSI B550-A PRO ProSeries
MSI B550-A PRO is an ATX motherboard with B550 chipset that supports CPU overclocking. The board comes with sufficient slots, headers, and ports to support multiple RAM sticks, expansion cards, cooling solutions, as well as storage drives on a budget. Compatible with Ryzen 1000 to 5000 series, it is an ideal choice for budget gaming builds where overclocking is a crucial factor.
Kingston NV2 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe Internal SSD
This internal solid-state drive from Kingston has 1 TB of digital storage capacity. The NV2 series SSD is designed to be compatible with laptops. It operates on PCIe 4.0 Gen 4x4 technology, features an M.2 2280 form factor, and delivers read speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s. It has lower power requirements, generating minimal heat, which makes it perfect for compact devices.
MSI GeForce RTX 4060 Ti VENTUS 3X 8G OC
The MSI GeForce RTX 4060 Ti VENTUS 3X 8G OC features 4352 CUDA cores and comes with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM. The GPU can reach 2565 MHz boost clock speeds and up to 2580 MHz in Extreme Performance mode. There is a triple fan cooler with Zero Frozr operation which means silent performance under certain loads.
XPG Core Reactor 750W
The XPG Core Reactor 750W is an 80 Plus Gold rated ATX PSU that offers full modularity. It is an all-black PSU certified by Cybenetics for its efficiency and noise levels. It features a 120mm 2400 RPM fan with an FDB (Fluid Dynamic Bearing) design. XPG, which is a gaming sub-brand of Adata, has tuned the fan to stay at 660 RPM up till 50% load. Connectivity options on the XPG Core Reactor 750W include 1 24-pin connection, 2 ATX 12V 4+4 pin connections, 6 PCIe connections, 12 SATA connections, and 4 Molex connections.
MSI MAG Forge 112R Case
The MSI MAG Forge 112R is an excellent affordable case for both gamers and content creators. Featuring 4 ARGB fans and an included controller box, the case lights up with some spectacular preset effects. A 4 mm tempered glass panel showcases the best components and is easily removed without tools. The case accommodates liquid cooling radiators and promotes efficient cooling through its mesh front panel.
For users looking to play Star Wars Outlaws comfortably at a sub-$1000 budget, the build above gets the job done well while keeping its budget in check. To do this, it turns to AMD’s aging AM4 platform and its lesser-known octacore Ryzen 7 5700X3D CPU, pairing it to Nvidia’s RTX 4060 Ti, a GPU that allows for DLSS 3.5-related performance gains even as Ray Tracing might be a limited affair even at an FHD resolution.
On the storage front, the capable NV2 NVMe SSD from Kingston offers entry-level PCI-E 4.0 performance along with 32GB of cost-effective DDR4 RAM from Corsair, both of which are housed on a mid-range MSI B550-A Pro motherboard. The build is powered by an XPG Core Reactor 750W PSU that allows for future GPU upgrades up to an RTX 4080 SUPER while leveraging a relatively pricey MSI MAG Forge 112R case and tri-slot MAG Coreliquid cooler for its thermal needs.
While the build isn’t expected to max out the title, it should be able to play it at a relatively high preset at a QHD or FHD resolution with an upscaler in play while offering scalable performance gains with higher-end GPUs at higher resolutions, making it a great starting point for users looking to build a gaming PC for Star Wars Outlaws.
Star Wars Outlaws
WHERE TO PLAY
Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars game and explore distinct planets across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as Kay Vess, an emerging scoundrel seeking freedom and the means to start a new life. Fight, steal, & outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted. If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITYExplore distinct planets with bustling cities and cantinas before racing across sprawling outdoor landscapes on your speeder. Each planet brings new adventures, unique challenges, and enticing rewards if you’re willing to take the risk.EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORYLive the high-stakes lifestyle of an outlaw. With Nix by your side, turn any situation to your advantage: fight with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and gadgets, or find the right moments to distract enemies and gain the upper hand.EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONSTake on high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal valuable goods, infiltrate secret locations, and outwit enemies as one of the galaxy’s most wanted. Every choice you make influences your ever-changing reputation.JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEATPilot your ship, The Trailblazer, as you engage in thrilling dogfights with The Empire and other foes, finding the right opportunities to chase, evade, and attack to get the upper hand.
FAQ
Q: How much RAM Does Star Wars Outlaws Need?
Star Wars Outlaws needs 16GB of RAM in dual-channel mode irrespective of the resolution/graphics preset in play on PC.
Q: Does Star Wars Outlaws Support DLSS and FSR?
Yes, Star Wars Outlaws is expected to support both, Nvidia’s DLSS 3.5 with Ray Reconstruction and AMD’s FSR out of the box. The title recommends using an upscaler across all 4 published hardware requirement tiers.
