Can I Run X-Plane 11?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | 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 | Detecting... |
| CPU | 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 | Detecting... |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 20 GB | 65 GB | — |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 | — |
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run X-Plane 11 on my PC?
To run X-Plane 11 you need at least DirectX 11-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w and 8GB RAM. For the best experience, DirectX 12-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w with 16GB RAM is recommended. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for X-Plane 11?
X-Plane 11 minimum requirements: GPU: DirectX 11-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/512 MB VRAM, CPU: Intel Core i3, i5, or i7 CPU with 2 or more cores, or AMD equivalent, RAM: 8 GB, Storage: 20 GB, DirectX: Version 11.
What are the recommended specs for X-Plane 11?
X-Plane 11 recommended specs: GPU: DirectX 12-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD w/4 GB VRAM, CPU: Intel Core i5 6600K at 3.5 ghz or faster, RAM: 16 GB, Storage: 65 GB, DirectX: Version 12.
How many GB is X-Plane 11?
X-Plane 11 requires at least 20 GB of free storage for installation, with 65 GB recommended to account for updates and DLC. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run X-Plane 11?
We don't have a confirmed GPU score for X-Plane 11, but a GTX 1650 is an entry-level card from 2019 — it can usually run older or lightweight titles at 1080p low. Run the free CanIRun.gg check to see exactly where your PC lands.
Is X-Plane 11 CPU or GPU intensive?
X-Plane 11 does not expose a confirmed GPU tier in our database, so we cannot say definitively whether it is CPU or GPU bound. As a rule of thumb, most modern 3D titles lean GPU-heavy at 1080p and above.
