Originally Posted by Zarhym (Source Cataclysm System Requirements)
In preparation for the launch of World of
Warcraft: Cataclysm, we have updated our recommended minimum system
requirements. These new requirements correspond with patch 4.0.1. We
suggest players check out our related support article for all of the
details to ensure your gameplay experience is as ideal as possible.http://us.blizzard.com/support/artic...rticleId=21054
Minimum System Requirements
Windows® System XP/XP64/Vista/Vista64/7** OS (with the latest Service Packs or updates):
- Intel Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or AMD Athlon XP 1500+
- 1 GB or more of RAM
- NVIDIA® GeForce® FX or ATI Radeon™ 9500 video card or better
- 25.0 GB available HD space
- 4X DVD-ROM drive (Downloadable Installer also available)
- Broadband Internet connection
- Keyboard/mouse
Mac® OS X 10.5.8, 10.6.4, or newer:
- Intel processor
- 2 GB RAM or higher
- 25.0 GB available HD space
- 4X DVD-ROM Drive
- Broadband Internet connection
*Note: Due to potential programming changes, the Minimum System Requirements for this game may change over time.
Recommended Specifications
Windows® System Vista64/Windows 7 OS:
- Dual-core processor, such as the Intel Pentium D or AMD Athlon 64 X2
- 2 GB RAM
- 256 MB NVIDIA® GeForce® 8600 or ATI Radeon™ HD 2600 or better
- Multi-button mouse with scroll-wheel
Mac® OS X 10.6.4 or newer:
- Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor - NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT or ATI Radeon™ HD 4670 or better
- 4 GB system RAM
- Multi-button mouse with scroll wheel
For a complete list of supported 3D cards, please visit http://us.blizzard.com/support/article/wowsupportedvideo
