To run Adobe After Effects, your system needs to meet specific minimum or recommended requirements to ensure smooth performance. Based on the provided references for After Effects 2024, here are the requirements for Windows:
Windows System Requirements
The system requirements for Adobe After Effects on Windows are detailed below, covering the operating system and memory specifications from the provided sources.
| Requirement | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 (64-bit) version 22H2 or later | Windows 10 (64-bit) version 22H2 (or later) or Windows 11. |
| Memory | 16 GB of RAM | 16 GB of RAM for HD media 32 GB or more for 4K and higher |
Meeting the recommended requirements will provide a significantly better experience, especially when working with high-resolution footage or complex compositions. For optimal performance with demanding projects, particularly those involving 4K resolution or extensive effects, opting for 32 GB of RAM or more is highly advised.
Remember that these details are based on the specific information provided in the references regarding the 2024 version of After Effects for Windows. Other factors like CPU, GPU, and storage also play a critical role in overall performance but were not detailed in the provided references.
