💻 System requirements for Valentina: what do you need for comfortable work?

💻 System requirements for Valentina: what do you need for comfortable work?

Valentina is a program for creating parameterized patterns, which is actively used by seamstresses, fashion designers, pattern makers, and anyone else who works with clothing. To use the program without crashes or delays, it is important to know what system resources it requires.

In this article, we will take a detailed look at the minimum and recommended system requirements for running Valentina on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

🔻 Minimum system requirements

These parameters are suitable for basic use of Valentina, for example, for creating simple patterns or familiarizing yourself with the program.

• Operating system:
  Windows 7 (32-bit), macOS 10.15+, Linux (Ubuntu 22.04 or similar)
• Processor (CPU):
  2-core, 1.8 GHz (Intel Core i3 or AMD equivalent)
• Random access memory (RAM):
  4 GB
• Disk space:
  210 MB for program installation + additional space for projects
• Graphics card (GPU):
  Integrated graphics with support for OpenGL 2.1 or newer
• Screen resolution:
  Minimum 1366×768 pixels at 100% scale

💡 If you are using an older computer, Valentina may still work, but with limitations.

🔷 Recommended system requirements

If you work with large projects or value speed, we recommend the following configuration:

• Operating system:
  Windows 10 (64-bit), macOS 12+, Linux (Ubuntu 24.04)
• Processor (CPU):
  4 cores, 2.5 GHz or higher (e.g. Intel Core i5/i7, Ryzen 5+)
• Random access memory (RAM):
  8 GB or more
• Disk space:
  SSD with 1 GB of free space
• Video card (GPU):
  Integrated or discrete with OpenGL 3.3+ support
• Screen resolution:
  2560×1440 pixels or higher (100% scale)

⚡ With this configuration, you will be able to enjoy comfortable work.

📌 Conclusion

Valentina does not require a powerful computer to work effectively. Most modern devices can easily handle its launch. But if you actively use the program for complex projects, it is better to have a system closer to the recommended requirements.