Recommended tweaks
- Keep sprite resolution at normal until late-game UPS drops
- Limit pollution/cloud effects if FPS dips
- Use multiplayer pause mods carefully on weaker CPUs
- SSD helps large save load times
| Target GPU (rec) | GTX 1650+ for huge factories |
|---|---|
| Minimum GPU | 512 MB VRAM / integrated OK early-game |
| RAM | 8 GB recommended |
FAQ — Factorio performance
Is Factorio CPU or GPU heavy?
Mostly CPU (UPS). Huge bases stress cores more than graphics.
Can Factorio run on integrated graphics?
Yes for early and mid game. Megabases want a discrete GPU.