Riot Games Unveils VALORANT Mobile Spec Requirement Ahead of Esports Debut

Riot Games is bringing its popular tactical shooter, VALORANT, to mobile devices, aiming to deliver the same precise gunplay and strategic team-based combat that fans love. Co-developed with Tencent’s Lightspeed Studios, known for PUBG Mobile, VALORANT Mobile is set to launch its closed beta in China on June 12, 2025. The game is designed to run smoothly on a wide range of devices, including lower-end smartphones, ensuring accessibility for a broad player base.

To accommodate various hardware capabilities, Riot has outlined the following device requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

• Android: Android 5.0 or higher, Snapdragon 450 / MediaTek MT6763T / Kirin 710 processor, 3GB RAM, and 8GB of storage.
• iOS: iOS 12 or higher, A9 processor (iPhone 6S or newer), 2GB RAM, and 10GB of storage.

Recommended Specifications:

• Android: Android 9 or higher, Snapdragon 480 / MediaTek Dimensity 720 / Kirin 810, 6GB RAM.
• iOS: iOS 12 or higher, A12 processor (iPhone XR or newer), 3GB RAM.

Competitive-Grade Specifications:

• Android: Android 11 or higher, Snapdragon 778G / MediaTek Dimensity 1000 / Kirin 985, 8GB RAM.
• iOS: iOS 15 or higher, A15 processor (iPhone 13 Pro or newer), 6GB RAM.

These specifications indicate Riot’s commitment to making VALORANT Mobile accessible while maintaining performance standards.

In addition to the game’s launch, Riot is also introducing VALORANT Mobile to the esports scene. The first official tournament, the China National Open, is scheduled for July 2025 in Qingdao, China. This event is part of a strategic partnership with smartphone manufacturer OnePlus, which will serve as the official hardware partner for VALORANT Mobile esports competitions. The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro smartphone will be the designated device for these events, highlighting the company’s focus on gaming performance.

To further engage the community, Riot has announced a Content Creators Tournament in China, running from June 23 to July 27, 2025. This four-week event features a $90,000 prize pool and involves popular Chinese streaming platforms like BiliBili, Douyin, Douyu, Kwai, and Huya. Each platform will host mini-tournaments to select teams, culminating in a grand final. Winners will have the opportunity to participate in a show match at the July tournament in Qingdao.

While VALORANT Mobile is currently available for pre-registration only in China, Riot has not yet announced a global release date. However, the game’s listing on the Chinese App Store suggests a possible release on November 25, 2025, though this date has not been officially confirmed. The game is expected to support multiple languages, indicating plans for international availability in the future.