Here is a link that lists the minimum and recommended hardware requirements for X-Plane 12:
https://www.x-plane.com/kb/x-plane-12-s ... 11Ej-tFVCs
X-Plane12 hardware requirements
X-Plane12 hardware requirements

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Re: X-Plane12 hardware requirements
Thanks, Bob. I was planning to do an upgrade for MSFS, but will probably stay with X Plane.
Bob Armer WWA3105
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Aircraft Maintenance Officer CWO3 USCG
A&P Mechanic/IA
Senior Command Captain +12
Hub Manager MIA