Client System Requirements for Verkada Video Security
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Video playback can be demanding on system resources. Through real-world metrics and testing with a variety of devices, Verkada has developed a list of recommended system specifications to ensure a smooth, reliable experience.
We found these categories encompass performance under these conditions:
Minimum: One camera at normal playback speed
Recommended: Multiple cameras at normal playback speed
Performance: Multiple cameras at higher playback speeds
System requirements
Windows PCs
Processor
Intel 12th or 13th Gen. Core processor (excluding -U models)
Intel 12th or 13th Gen. Core processor (excluding -U models) or newer
Intel Core Ultra processor or higher
Operating system
Windows 11 25H2
Latest Windows update
Latest Windows update
RAM
8 GB
16 GB or higher
16 GB or higher
Graphics processor
Intel UHD 770 Graphics
Intel Arc Graphics or higher
Discrete GPU
Apple computers
Verkada has verified performance on a variety of Apple computers, including several generations of Apple Silicon processors and the MacBook Neo.
Processor
Apple A18 Pro
Apple Silicon processors
Apple Silicon processor
Operating system
Latest macOS
Latest macOS
Latest macOS
RAM
8 GB
16 GB or higher
Greater than 16 GB
User habits for optimal performance
For optimal quality and lower resource requirements, Verkada recommends users enable HEVC playback in their camera's settings page and use a compatible web browser. Windows users may need to install Microsoft's HEVC Video Extension plugin to enable HEVC playback in Microsoft Edge.
Verkada recommends users keep their operating system and browser updated to the latest version for performance and security reasons.
Many devices perform well with multiple streams at normal playback speed. Performance limitations may be more apparent at higher playback rates and with frequent seeking.
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