Here are the minimum system requirements for TurboTax 2019 through 2022 software for Windows.
Operating System
- 2022: Windows 10 or later
- 2021: Windows 8.1 or later
- 2020: Windows 8 or later
- 2019: Windows 10, Windows 8.0/8.1. Although TurboTax 2019 will install on Windows 7 (Service Pack 1 or later), we strongly recommend upgrading your operating system before installing
Administrator rights are required to install and run TurboTax.
Processor: Pentium 4 or Athlon or later
Hard Drive Space
- 2022: 1 GB for TurboTax (plus up to 4.5 GB for Microsoft .NET 4.8 if not already installed)
- 2020–2021: 1 GB for TurboTax (plus up to 4.5 GB for Microsoft .NET 4.5.2 if not already installed)
- 2019: 2 GB, plus up to 4.5 GB for Microsoft.NET 4.5.2 client if not already installed
RAM
- 2 GB or more recommended
CD/DVD drive if installing from the CD.
Internet connection
- 2020–2022: 1 Mbps modem (broadband connection highly recommended). Required for product activation, software updates and optional online features
- 2019: 1 Mbps recommended speed. Internet connection is required for product activation and updates
Monitor resolution: 1024x768 or higher recommended
To view your tax forms onscreen, you'll need Adobe Reader 11 or higher (plus a Windows-compatible printer if you want to print paper copies).
Note: If you just meet the minimum system requirements, TurboTax may run slowly on your computer. We recommend exceeding these requirements for best performance.
