Last updated: June 30, 2026
Buyingbeginner

Sim PC Requirements: What You Actually Need

What PC, Laptop, or Mac You Actually Need

$3K gaming PC needed? No. Need any computer? Depends on LM. Exact specs for GSPro, E6, TGC 2019. Cheapest builds for 1080p and 4K.

The Short Answer

$3K gaming PC needed? No. Need any computer? Depends on LM. Exact specs for GSPro, E6, TGC 2019. Cheapest builds for 1080p and 4K.

By Ace•June 25, 2026•10 min read

Still figuring out what you need? Read our complete guide to home golf simulators and our cost breakdown. If you’re deciding on software, check our best golf simulator software guide, our complete guide to golf simulator software, and our GSPro explainer.

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