What PC do you need for Counter-Strike 2?
Counter-Strike 2 is a useful example of why a simple GPU recommendation is not enough. Players seeking 120 FPS and above should pay attention to processor performance, game settings, background tasks and display refresh rate. Valve’s published Windows baseline does not specify a matching recommended high-FPS PC tier.
Minimum vs recommended PC specs
These entries reflect the curated publisher/store data. Requirements can change after updates; follow the primary source link to confirm before spending money.
Minimum requirements
Recommended requirements
Choosing the right components
A competitive player may choose low graphics settings at a high refresh rate, whereas a casual player on a 60 Hz screen might favour image quality. SpecVora models those as separate targets but cannot certify frame rates, especially in dense effects, busy scenes or online environments.
For a complete PC you also need a compatible motherboard, RAM of the right type, SSD, power supply, cooler, case and operating system. Even a sensible component tier is not a verified product-by-product compatibility list; confirm sockets, BIOS, clearances and connectors for exact parts.
Common questions
Does Valve publish an official 120 FPS PC spec?
No complete 120 FPS recommended profile is provided in the curated store requirement data.
Is the GPU always the main limit?
Not necessarily. Competitive, high-frame-rate gaming can be limited by processor performance and game engine behaviour.
Is a 240 Hz monitor useful with a 60 FPS computer?
You benefit most when your system can supply high and consistent frame rates; a faster monitor alone does not make the computer render frames faster.
How we calculate the build price
SpecVora applies illustrative UK component reference amounts to model-based GPU and CPU tiers for your chosen resolution, graphics preset and FPS target. The user’s FPS selection is a goal, not a claim that the system has achieved that frame rate. Converted prices are not local retailer offers and do not include exact availability, taxes or shipping.
See the requirements explainer ↗ and compare actual independent benchmarks before buying.