Bonsai

Bonsai

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Release date 2016-02-18
Genre Simulation
What hardware does Bonsai need?

Bonsai has an FPSHQ demand score of 39/100: a light game — runs even on budget and older graphics cards. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam.

requirements · data updated · methodology

Bonsai is a game by Rooted Concepts. Steam release date: February 18, 2016. Minimum graphics card per Steam: Intel HD Graphics 4400. It needs at least 4 GB of RAM.

Description

Grow your tree, prune it, and watch over it as it matures into adulthood. The tree will become what you train it to be - you are the mastermind behind it's path in life.

Data: the game’s Steam store page

About the game

Developer
Rooted Concepts
Publisher
Rooted Concepts
Release date
February 18, 2016
PC platforms
Windows, Linux

Bonsai system requirements

Component Minimum Recommended
OS Windows 7 Windows 7 and above
Processor Intel Core-i3 4160 Intel Core-i3 4160 or better
Memory 4 GB ОЗУ 6 GB ОЗУ
Graphics Intel HD Graphics 4400 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660
Storage 200 MB 300 MB

Source: the game’s Steam page — requirements published by the developer.

How big is Bonsai and does it need an SSD

Bonsai needs 200 MB of free space for minimum requirements and 300 MB for recommended (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 11, 2026). requirements

200 MB–300 MBdisk space
not statedSSD
21 %of 122265 games with an official size are smaller

The requirements of Bonsai do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.

BonsaiBonsai300 MBMedian of 2016 games (n = 3656)Median of 2016 games (n = 3656)600 MBMedian of 122265 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122265 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GBBonsaiBonsai300 MBMedian of 2016 games (n = 3656)Median of 2016 games (n = 3656)600 MBMedian of 122265 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122265 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GB

Source: official system requirements (the game’s Steam page), captured Nov 11, 2026. The size is the free space needed to install; updates and DLC can make it grow. store.steampowered.com

Tip: keep extra space beyond the listed size — updates are downloaded first and installed afterwards.

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FPS on different graphics cards

FPS forecast for Bonsai on current 2024–2026 GPUs. Switch the graphics preset — the table recalculates. Average FPS at 1080p / 1440p / 4K.

Graphics card Tier 1080p 1440p 4K
GeForce RTX 5090 S 260–435 230–380 150–255
GeForce RTX 4090 S 250–420 205–345 125–210
GeForce RTX 5080 S 240–405 190–320 110–185
GeForce RTX 4080 Super A 230–385 175–295 98–165
GeForce RTX 4080 A 225–375 170–280 92–155
Radeon RX 7900 XTX A 225–380 170–285 93–160
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti A 215–365 160–270 88–150
Radeon RX 9070 XT A 215–360 155–265 85–145
Radeon RX 7900 XT A 200–335 140–240 76–130
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super A 205–350 150–255 81–140
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti B 190–325 135–230 73–125
Radeon RX 9070 A 190–320 135–225 71–125

* Average FPS: real measurements where available, otherwise the unified FPSHQ model. Actual FPS depends on the CPU, game patch and drivers. Reference GPU models without overclocking. methodology

📊 FPS by graphics card (1440p, Ultra)

Green — 60+ FPS (comfortable), yellow — 30–60 (playable), red — below 30. Dashed line marks 60 FPS.

Which graphics cards can run Bonsai

The most affordable cards the FPSHQ model expects to reach 60+ FPS at 1080p High. This is an estimate, not a measurement.

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39
Demand
out of 100

The higher it is, the more powerful a PC you need. Runs even on weak hardware.

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Key figures

Unique FPSHQ metrics from this page's data

39/100
FPSHQ load index
115–195FPS
FPS on RTX 3060, 1080p High model estimate
110–185FPS
FPS on RTX 4070, 1440p Ultra model estimate
7
of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra)
4GB
minimum RAM
2016
release year
In short

Can my PC run Bonsai?

Bonsai (2016): FPSHQ load index 39 out of 100. Per the FPSHQ model, GeForce RTX 3060 delivers 115–195 FPS at 1080p High and GeForce RTX 4070 110–185 FPS at 1440p Ultra; 7 of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS at 1440p Ultra. Developer's minimum GPU: Intel HD Graphics 4400; minimum RAM: 4 GB. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam (checked Nov 11, 2026); FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)

FPSHQ load index
39 FPSHQ index
RTX 3060 · 1080p High
139 FPS model estimate
RTX 4070 · 1440p Ultra
151 FPS model estimate
updated · source: FPS Bonsai, FPSHQ model estimate

Frequently asked questions about the game

On which platforms is the game available?
The game is available on: Windows, Linux.
What is the genre of Bonsai?
Genre: Simulation. Single-player only.
How big is Bonsai and does it need an SSD?
Bonsai needs 200 MB–300 MB of free disk space according to its official requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 11, 2026). The requirements of Bonsai do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.
Who are the developer and publisher?
Developer: Rooted Concepts. Publisher: Rooted Concepts.
When was or will the game be released?
Released: 2016-02-18.
What FPS will I get in this game?
Use our FPS calculator for a precise forecast for your configuration. Above on this page is a compatibility table with popular GPUs at different resolutions and settings.
Can I play on a budget graphics card?
Minimum: Intel HD Graphics 4400. If your GPU is weaker than the minimum, the game may not launch or may stutter badly. On the minimum GPU you usually play at 1080p low with FSR Performance.

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