System requirements
Microsoft Flight Simulator system requirements
Microsoft Flight Simulator is demanding: it asks for 16 GB of RAM and 150 GB of storage, so a mid-range 2023 PC will be working hard.
Microsoft Flight Simulator asks for more RAM than 76% of Simulator games.
The median Simulator game asks for 4 GB of RAM.
Full controller support
Microsoft Flight Simulator is the next generation of one of the most beloved simulation franchises. From light planes to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and stunning aircraft in an incredibly realistic world. Create your flight plan and fly anywhere on the planet. Enjoy flying day or night and face realistic, challenging weather conditions.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel i5-4460 | AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | Intel i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 1500X |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 770 | AMD Radeon RX 570 | NVIDIA GTX 970 | AMD Radeon RX 590 |
| Storage | 150 GB available space | 150 GB available space |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
Storage
150 GB
Questions and answers
- What are the system requirements for Microsoft Flight Simulator?
- Microsoft Flight Simulator is demanding: it asks for 16 GB of RAM and 150 GB of storage, so a mid-range 2023 PC will be working hard.
- Does Microsoft Flight Simulator have controller support?
- Full controller support
- How much RAM does Microsoft Flight Simulator need?
- 8 GB RAM
- What graphics card does Microsoft Flight Simulator need?
- NVIDIA GTX 770 | AMD Radeon RX 570
- How much storage space does Microsoft Flight Simulator need?
- 150 GB available space
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