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Microsoft Flight Simulator X

Microsoft Flight Simulator X is the continuation of the most realistic series of flight simulators, Microsoft Flight Simulator. The game features 20 aircraft: from... Read more

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System Requirements Microsoft Flight Simulator X

Minimum System Requirements

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The minimum system requirements for FSX specify the PC configuration on which the game can be run without issues at minimum graphics settings.

• OS: Windows XP Service Pack 2
• CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.00GHz; AMD Athlon 64 2800+ [Will it run?]
• RAM: 2 GB
• Free Space: 30 GB
• Video Card: GeForce FX 5200 (256 MB) [Compare with your own]
• DirectX: 9.0c
• Network: Broadband internet connection
• Additional: Keyboard, Mouse

Recommended System Requirements

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Recommended system requirements for FSX show the type of computer needed to run the game at maximum graphics settings while playing without lag and with a high frame rate (FPS).

• OS: Windows XP
• CPU: Intel Pentium 4 3.00GHz; AMD Athlon 64 3800+ [Will it run?]
• RAM: 512 MB
• Free Space: 14 GB
• Video Card: GeForce 6800 (256 MB) [Compare with your own]
• DirectX: 9.0c
• Network: Broadband internet connection
• Additional: Keyboard, Mouse

Requirements updated: July 12, 2023

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Will Microsoft Flight Simulator X run on my PC?

Minimum to run Microsoft Flight Simulator X: processor Intel Pentium 4 2.00GHz; AMD Athlon 64 2800+, graphics card GeForce FX 5200 (256 MB), 2 GB of RAM. Check your computer with the free test on this page.

How much does Microsoft Flight Simulator X weigh on PC?

To install Microsoft Flight Simulator X you need 30 GB of free disk space.

What graphics card is needed for Microsoft Flight Simulator X?

The minimum graphics card for Microsoft Flight Simulator X: GeForce FX 5200 (256 MB). Recommended: GeForce 6800 (256 MB).

How much RAM is needed for Microsoft Flight Simulator X?

For Microsoft Flight Simulator X, at least 2 GB of RAM is required. Recommended 512 MB.