How much RAM does Watch_Dogs® 2 need?

Watch_Dogs® 2 lists 8 GB of system memory. 16 GB is a safe modern baseline.

Is a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 still enough for Watch_Dogs® 2?

It matches the game's stated target, so it will run, but it is an older part. A current card in the budget tier above gives you driver support and better efficiency for a similar outlay.

Watch_Dogs® 2 System Requirements

Nov 28, 2016ActionAdventure

Watch_Dogs® 2, released Nov 28, 2016, is an action / adventure game from Ubisoft. Its recommended spec points at NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 graphics with an AMD FX-8120-class CPU; below we translate that into parts you can actually buy today.

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Official System Requirements

The minimum specs for Watch_Dogs® 2 call for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660-class graphics, 6 GB of RAM and 27 GB of storage.

The recommended specs for Watch_Dogs® 2 call for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780-class graphics, AMD FX-8120-class processor, 8 GB of RAM and 27 GB of storage.

Component	Minimum	Recommended
CPU	Intel Core i5 2400s @ 2.5 GHz	AMD FX-8120
GPU	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780
RAM	6 GB	8 GB
Storage	27 GB	27 GB

Original published requirement text

Minimum: Minimum:

OS *: Originally released for Windows 7, the game can be played on Windows 10 and Windows 11 OS
Processor: Intel Core i5 2400s @ 2.5 GHz, AMD FX 6120 @ 3.5 GHz or better
Memory: 6 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 with 2 GB VRAM or AMD Radeon HD 7870, with 2 GB VRAM or better - See supported List*
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 27 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX compatible using the latest drivers
Additional Notes: Minimum specs above for 720p , 30+ FPS, Low graphic settings // Periphericals: Microsoft Xbox One Controller, DUALSHOCK® 4 Controller, Windows-compatible keyboard, mouse, optional controller / Multiplayer: 256 kbps or faster broadband connection / Note: This product supports 64-bit operating systems only. Laptop versions of these cards may work, but are not officially supported. For the most up-to-date requirement listings, please visit the FAQ on our support website at . High speed internet access and a valid Ubisoft account are required to activate the game after installation, to authenticate your system and continue gameplay after any re-activation, access online features, play online or unlock exclusive content. Game contains EasyAntiCheat anti-cheat technology and Denuvo anti-tamper technology.

Recommended: Recommended:

OS *: Originally released for Windows 7, the game can be played on Windows 10 and Windows 11 OS
Processor: Intel Core i5 3470 @ 3.2 GHz, AMD FX 8120 @ 3.9 GHz
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 | AMD Radeon R9 290, with 3GB VRAM or better - See supported List*
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 27 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX-compatible using the latest drivers
Additional Notes: Recommended specs above for 1080p , 30+ FPS, High graphic settings // SUPPORTED VIDEO CARDS AT TIME OF RELEASE: • NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX600 Series: GTX660 or better / GeForce® GTX700 Series: GTX760 or better / GeForce® GTX900 Series: GTX950 or better / GeForce® GTX1000 Series: GTX1060 or better. • AMD Radeon™ HD 7000 series: Radeon™ HD7870 or better / Radeon™ 200 series: Radeon R9 270 or better / Radeon™ 300/Fury X series: Radeon™ R9 370 or better / Radeon 400 series: Radeon RX460 or better. Game contains EasyAntiCheat anti-cheat technology and Denuvo anti-tamper technology.

Best GPU for Watch_Dogs® 2

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Watch_Dogs® 2's stated graphics card is roughly NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 level. The current sweet spot is the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT, with cheaper and faster options either side.

Budget

Intel Arc B570

~$220

score 21010 GB VRAMBattlemage

Intel Arc B570 is the cheapest current card that clears this game's recommended bar with 10GB VRAM. Fine for 1080p.

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Other options at this level

Intel Arc B580 · 12GB~$250Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7600 · 8GB~$260Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 · 8GB~$290Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 · 8GB~$310Buy

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Recommended

AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT

~$350

score 24016 GB VRAMRDNA 4

AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT adds headroom with 16GB VRAM - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.

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Other options at this level

AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT · 16GB~$320Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti · 8GB~$370Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT · 12GB~$400Find
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 · 12GB~$520Buy

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Performance

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

~$430

score 27516 GB VRAMBlackwell

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti leaves plenty of margin with 16GB VRAM for higher resolutions and frame rates.

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Other options at this level

AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT · 16GB~$480Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE · 16GB~$550Find
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 · 12GB~$560Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super · 12GB~$590Buy

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Best CPU for Watch_Dogs® 2

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Watch_Dogs® 2's stated processor is roughly AMD FX-8120 level. The current sweet spot is the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, with cheaper and faster options either side.

Budget

Intel Core i3-14100F

~$110

score 130Raptor Lake Refresh

Intel Core i3-14100F is the cheapest current chip that clears this game's recommended bar. Fine for 1080p.

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Other options at this level

Intel Core i3-13100F ~$100Buy
Intel Core i5-12400F ~$130Buy

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Recommended

AMD Ryzen 5 5500

~$80

score 140Zen 3

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 adds headroom - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.

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Other options at this level

AMD Ryzen 5 5600 ~$110Buy
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X ~$130Buy
Intel Core i5-13400F ~$180Find

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Performance

AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT

~$125

score 170Zen 3

AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT leaves plenty of margin for higher resolutions and frame rates.

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Other options at this level

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X ~$160Buy
Intel Core i5-14400F ~$190Buy
Intel Core i5-13500 ~$210Buy

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Recommended PC build for Watch_Dogs® 2

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Want the whole tower speced out? Our Watch_Dogs® 2 build guide pairs these CPU and GPU picks with RAM, motherboard, SSD, PSU and case at budget, recommended and performance tiers, with an approximate total.

Can these parts run Watch_Dogs® 2?

Can the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT run Watch_Dogs® 2?: Yes. The AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT is well ahead of Watch_Dogs® 2's NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 target, so expect a comfortable 1080p experience with headroom to spare.
Can the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 run Watch_Dogs® 2?: Yes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is well ahead of Watch_Dogs® 2's AMD FX-8120 target, so expect a comfortable 1080p experience with headroom to spare.

FAQ

What is the cheapest GPU for Watch_Dogs® 2?: Intel Arc B570 - Intel Arc B570 is the cheapest current card that clears this game's recommended bar with 10GB VRAM. Fine for 1080p.
Which CPU should I get for Watch_Dogs® 2?: AMD Ryzen 5 5500 - AMD Ryzen 5 5500 adds headroom - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.
How much RAM does Watch_Dogs® 2 need?: Watch_Dogs® 2 lists 8 GB of system memory. 16 GB is a safe modern baseline.
Is a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 still enough for Watch_Dogs® 2?: It matches the game's stated target, so it will run, but it is an older part. A current card in the budget tier above gives you driver support and better efficiency for a similar outlay.