The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered: What PC Specs Do You Need to Run the Game?
Before The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (and its various remasters), there was The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. Oblivion was far from the first Elder Scrolls game -- it was the fourth, or sixth, depending on how you count -- but it was the game that catapulted the series into the mainstream, launching not just on PC but on Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 as well.
Oblivion Remastered includes all the DLC (with the Digital Deluxe edition even including the infamous Horse Armor, one of the very first micro-transactions), so once you finish your adventures with Dagoth Ur, you can head over to the Shivering Isles or work with the Knights of the Nine. Of course, the biggest changes are all visual, with a complete graphical overhaul to bring Oblivion more in line with recent releases. Which means there’s a big question that needs answering:
Can My Computer Run The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered?
Minimum Specs
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, Intel Core i7-6800K
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700, NVIDIA GeForce 1070 Ti
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 125 GB available space
Despite being a modern remaster, Oblivion can run on some seriously old hardware. Both the processor and GPU requirements are generations old at this point, making it an easy game to run for anyone who built a computer within the past few years.
Recommended Specs
- AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, Intel Core i5-10600K
- Memory: 32 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6800XT or NVIDIA RTX 2080
- DirectX: Version 12
The recommended specs are a bit more intense than the minimum, but not by much. You’ll need some slightly more modern hardware, but even a more budget-conscious build from the past few years will be able to handle Oblivion with ease.
Best computers to run The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
There’s something wonderful about seeing a remaster of a beloved game that keeps the barrier to entry low. There are very few gaming systems currently on the market that won’t be able to run this classic of the RPG genre.
Even our most basic gaming laptop and desktop recommendations are generations beyond the minimum specs and recommended, so think of these as good/better/best suggestions.
Minimum/Recommended:
Laptops:
- HP Victus 15-fb2000nr 15.6" Gaming Laptop Computer - Mica Silver
- Acer Predator Triton Neo 16 PTN16-51-74QK 16" Gaming Laptop Computer - Sparkly Silver
Desktops:
PowerSpec G235 Gaming PCMSI Codex R2 C13NUC5-266US Gaming PC
Better:
Laptops:
- HP OMEN 16-ae0001nr 16.1" Gaming Laptop Computer Platinum Collection - Meteor Silver
- Lenovo Legion 5 16ARP9 16" Gaming Laptop Computer - Luna Grey
Desktops:
Best:
Laptops:
- MSI Raider 18 HX A14VHG-251US 18" Gaming Laptop Computer (Refurbished)
- Gigabyte AORUS MASTER 16 BYHC5USE64SH 16" Gaming Laptop Computer - Dark Tide
Desktops:
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remasters is out now on both Steam and Xbox Game Pass
Not sure which computer is right for your Oblivion Remastered needs? Stop by your local Micro Center and speak to one of our knowledgeable associates. They’ll be happy to help you show you why we’re PC Mag’s #1 rated electronics retailer and help find the perfect computer for all of your needs.
Now go close some Oblivion Gates!
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Sean Mekinda is Micro Center's Associate Editor, with three years of experience on The Micro Center Community and writing credits across the internet, including Polygon, 25YL, and 614 Magazine. He's been writing about and reviewing tech for over five years. Sean has a specialty in gaming, peripherals, and creative projects designed to make your life easier, especially when it comes to tabletop gaming.
