Official specs from Steam
Microsoft Flight Simulator system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel i5-4460 | AMD Ryzen 3 1200 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 770 | AMD Radeon RX 570 |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 150 GB available space |
| VR Support | SteamVR, Oculus PC, or OpenXR. Keyboard and mouse required |
Recommended
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 1500X |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 970 | AMD Radeon RX 590 |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 150 GB available space |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Microsoft Flight Simulator?
Minimum: NVIDIA GTX 770 | AMD Radeon RX 570. Recommended: NVIDIA GTX 970 | AMD Radeon RX 590.
How much RAM does Microsoft Flight Simulator need?
Microsoft Flight Simulator needs 8 GB RAM at minimum, 16 GB RAM recommended.
How big is Microsoft Flight Simulator?
Microsoft Flight Simulator requires 150 GB available space.
Does Microsoft Flight Simulator run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).