Can I Run Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | DirectX®9 compliant video card or greater, 256 MB video RAM or higher, Shader Model 1.1 or higher (Laptop versions of these chipsets may work but are not supported. Updates to your video and sound card drivers may be required) | — | Detecting... |
| CPU | 2.0 Ghz or higher (single core) | — | Detecting... |
| RAM | 2 GB | — | Detecting... |
| Storage | 30 GB | — | — |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | — | — |
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Take to the skies in the World’s favourite flight simulator! The multi award winning Microsoft Flight Simulator X lands on Steam for the first time. Take off from anywhere in the world, flying some of the world’s most iconic aircraft to any one of 24,000 destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition on my PC?
To run Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition you need at least a DirectX 9 GPU with 256 MB of VRAM, plus 2 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition?
Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition minimum requirements: GPU: DirectX®9 compliant video card or greater, 256 MB video RAM or higher, Shader Model 1.1 or higher (Laptop versions of these chipsets may work but are not supported. Updates to your video and sound card drivers may be required), CPU: 2.0 Ghz or higher (single core), RAM: 2 GB, Storage: 30 GB, DirectX: Version 9.0c.
What are the recommended specs for Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition?
Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition recommended specs: GPU: Not specified, CPU: Not specified, RAM: —, Storage: —.
How many GB is Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition?
Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition requires at least 30 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition CPU or GPU intensive?
Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition is relatively CPU intensive compared to its GPU needs. Single-thread CPU performance and clock speed matter more than raw GPU power — make sure your processor meets the recommended spec.
Can Steam Deck run Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition?
Unfortunately, Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition is currently marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and determined it does not work properly on the device due to compatibility issues.
How many players can run Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
