> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://support.xraysim.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Minimum Requirements for Running the Desktop X-ray Simulator

> To ensure an optimal experience with the Desktop X-ray Simulator, your system must meet the following minimum and recommended requirements.

## **Windows**

### **Minimum & Recommended Requirements**

* **RAM:**
  * Minimum: **8 GB (DDR3 or newer)**
  * Recommended: **16 GB (DDR4 or newer)**
* **Operating System:**
  * **Windows 10 or newer**
* **Processor (CPU):**
  * **Intel CPU required**
* **Graphics (GPU):**
  * Supported integrated graphics
    * Intel Core Processors: **HD Graphics 520/530 or newer**
    * Intel Pentium Processors: **HD Graphics 510 or newer**
  * Dedicated Graphics (Recommended for Better Performance):
    * Nvidia: **GTX 1050 series or newer**
    * Intel: **Iris Xe MAX Graphics**
    * AMD: **Not officially supported (may work)**

<Note>
  Any dedicated or internal GPU supporting **OpenGL 4.3** or **Vulkan 1.0** **or newer** may be compatible.\
  See the full list of Intel GPU compatibility with OpenGL 4.3 and Vulkan 1.0 on the [Intel support page](https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/articles/000005524/graphics.html#primary-content).
</Note>

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## **Mac**

### **System Requirements**

* **RAM:**
  * Minimum: **8 GB (DDR3 or newer)**
  * Recommended: **16 GB (DDR4 or newer)**
* **Operating System:**
  * **macOS Big Sur or newer**
* **Graphics (GPU):**
  * **Apple Silicon (M-series chips required)**

<Note>
  Any dedicated or internal Intel GPU supporting **Vulkan 1.0** **or newer** may be compatible.
</Note>