Can Steam Deck Run Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition
Spec-based estimate
Overkill: Steam Deck crushes this
ProtonDB Rating
Community Linux/Deck compatibility
Performance Estimate
Based on the Steam Deck GPU (RDNA 2, about a Radeon RX 560, 4,550 pts) at its native 1280x800. Real performance depends on the game's optimization and Proton.
Spec Comparison
| Component | Steam Deck | Minimum | Recommended | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | RDNA 2 (Score: 4,550) | 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) (1,500) | — | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 2.0 Ghz or higher (single core) | — | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 2 GB | — | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 30 GB | — | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition?
Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "silver", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition on Steam Deck?
For Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
