Can I Run X-Plane 11?
Laminar Research · 2017
The future of flight simulation is now! X-Plane 11 is the detailed, realistic, and modern simulator you’ve been waiting for. Intuitive user interface, 3-D cockpits, new effects, 3-D sound, living airports and world-wide scenery.
Can You Run X-Plane 11?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against X-Plane 11’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run X-Plane 11 — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | DirectX 11-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/512 MB VRAM | DirectX 12-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/4 GB VRAM |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core i3, i5, or i7 CPU with 2 or more cores, or AMD equivalent | Intel Core i5 6600K at 3.5 ghz or faster |
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7, 8.1, or 10, 64-bit | Windows 7, 8.1, or 10, 64-bit |
Verdict compares your components against the game’s published requirements using our GPU/CPU benchmark database. Estimates — real performance varies with drivers, settings and cooling.
Estimated FPS at 1080p
GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEEstimated using the GamerSpecs performance model. Actual FPS may vary depending on drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.How is this calculated? →X-Plane 11 is a demanding simulation game from 2017. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 95 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 43 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 181 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~38–48 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~85–105 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~165–200 FPS
Excellent
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X-Plane 11 System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for X-Plane 11, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7, 8.1, or 10, 64-bit | Windows 7, 8.1, or 10, 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i3, i5, or i7 CPU with 2 or more cores, or AMD equivalent | Intel Core i5 6600K at 3.5 ghz or faster |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | DirectX 11-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/512 MB VRAM | DirectX 12-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/4 GB VRAM |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 20 GB available space | 65 GB available space |
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Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7, 8.1, or 10, 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i3, i5, or i7 CPU with 2 or more cores, or AMD equivalent Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: DirectX 11-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/512 MB VRAM DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 20 GB available space Sound Card: Default VR Support: SteamVR or Oculus PC Additional Notes: The disk requirements are based on how many world scenery areas are downloaded. Minimum with one scenery area is 20 GB . Additional scenery areas can be downloaded at no charge at any time after purchase
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7, 8.1, or 10, 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5 6600K at 3.5 ghz or faster Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: DirectX 12-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/4 GB VRAM DirectX: Version 12 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 65 GB available space Sound Card: Default Additional Notes: The disk requirements are based on how many world scenery areas are downloaded. Minimum with one scenery area is 20 GB . Additional scenery areas can be downloaded at no charge at any time after purchase
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
X-Plane 11 — FAQ
Can I run X-Plane 11?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 95 FPS at 1080p in X-Plane 11. Budget GPUs get about 43 FPS and high-end GPUs around 181 FPS. Use the checker on this page to test your exact CPU, GPU, RAM and OS against the official requirements.
What are the minimum system requirements for X-Plane 11?+
X-Plane 11 needs at least a Intel Core i3, i5, or i7 CPU with 2 or more cores, or AMD equivalent processor, a DirectX 11-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/512 MB VRAM graphics card, 8GB of RAM, 20 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7, 8.1, or 10, 64-bit.
Can X-Plane 11 run without a graphics card?+
No — X-Plane 11 is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: DirectX 11-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/512 MB VRAM).
How much RAM does X-Plane 11 need?+
X-Plane 11 officially requires a minimum of 8GB of RAM, with 16GB recommended for smooth performance. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.
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FPS values displayed on GamerSpecs are estimates. Actual game performance may vary depending on hardware configuration, drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.