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Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition — system requirements & benchmark status
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Developer: Microsoft Game Studios · Publisher: Xbox Game Studios · Released: Dec 18, 2014 · Genres: Simulation
Game facts and system requirements are as published on Steam (checked 4 November 2026).
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System requirements — Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition
As published by the publisher on Steam (checked 4 November 2026). Requirements are the publisher's target figures, not measurements — they describe the hardware the developer aims at, not the frame rate any part delivers.
| Component | Minimum (Steam) |
|---|---|
| OS * | Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later |
| Processor | 2.0 Ghz or higher (single core) |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 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) |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 30 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Broadband internet connection required for multiplayer features |
Benchmark status
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