Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- Radeon RX 5700 · Ryzen 5 2600X
- Recommended
- Radeon RX 5700 XT · Ryzen 7 2700X
- 60 fps 1080p high
- Arc A770 8GB (~61 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Unsupported on Steam Deck · ~34 fps medium (est.)
- Genres
- Simulation
- Release
- Nov 19, 2024
- Developer
- Asobo Studio
- Publisher
- Xbox Game Studios
Explore the world with our largest fleet of aircraft and take simulation to new heights while pursuing your aviation career within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
SimulationFlightRealisticVRMultiplayerHobby SimSingleplayerAtmosphericSandboxExploration
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What you need for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 needs about an Arc A770 8GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and a Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | Arc A770 8GB | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce RTX 5070 | Ryzen 5 5500X3D |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | GeForce RTX 4090 | Core i7-10700K |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 22 | 16 | 9 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 31 | 22 | 13 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 47 | 33 | 20 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 51 | 36 | 21 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 56 | 39 | 23 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 58 | 40 | 24 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 64 | 45 | 27 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 66 | 46 | 28 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 77 | 54 | 32 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 97 | 68 | 41 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 108 | 75 | 45 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 111 | 78 | 47 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 144 | 101 | 61 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 150 | 105 | 63 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 239 | 167 | 100 |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X or Intel Core i7-6800K | AMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Intel Core i7-10700K |
| Graphics | Radeon RX 5700 or GeForce GTX 970 | Radeon RX 5700 XT or GeForce RTX 2080 |
| Memory | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage | 50 GB | 50 GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Notes | Network Speed of 10 Mbps Bandwidth | Network Speed of 50 Mbps Bandwidth |
Source: Steam.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Unsupported on Steam Deck
Steam Deck · unsupported
- ✗SteamOS does not support
Steam Machine · unsupported
- ✗SteamOS does not support
SteamOS · unsupported
- ✗SteamOS does not support
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 34 medium | Unsupported on Steam Deck |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 36 low | Below minimum |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 32 medium | Below minimum |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 37 low | Below minimum |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 37 low | Below minimum |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Keyboard & mouse
- DLC
- 4
- Steam achievements
- 27
- Features
- Single-playerMulti-playerCross-Platform MultiplayerSteam AchievementsIn-App PurchasesPartial Controller SupportHDR availableFamily Sharing
- Languages (18)
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Dutch, Finnish, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Portuguese - Portugal, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Swedish, Turkish
Full audio: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Dutch, Finnish, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Portuguese - Portugal, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Swedish, Turkish
Latest news & patches
- September 18th, 2026 MSFS Weekly Briefing2026-09-18
- September 2026 - Development UpdatePatch2026-09-17
- September 10th, 2026 MSFS Weekly Briefing2026-09-11
- September 3rd, 2026 MSFS Weekly Briefing2026-09-03
- Microsoft Flight Simulator Franchise Sale2026-08-24
- August 20th, 2026 MSFS Weekly Briefing2026-08-20
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024's minimum spec (Radeon RX 5700). Our model still estimates ~38 fps at 1080p low (range 30–45, medium confidence, ±20%), but cards below the minimum may not be supported. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the Arc A770 8GB (~61 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 run on Steam Deck?
No. Valve rates Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Unsupported on Steam Deck: some or all of it doesn't work on the device, so our estimate only matters if that changes. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~34 fps on the medium preset (range 27–41, medium confidence, ±20%). Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB or faster: ~61 fps (range 49–73, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high an Arc A770 8GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 by brand.
Can I run Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~61 fps (range 49–73, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU, gets ~49 fps at 1080p low. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 16 GB of RAM minimum and 32 GB recommended for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
How much storage does Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 take?
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 needs 50 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows 10.