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System Requirements for UltimateTax Desktop

Please see the specifications listed below for the requirements of the UltimateTax Desktop software.

System configurations for UltimateTax Desktop
  Minimum Recommended Optimal
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 (w/ all service packs installed) Windows 10/11 (w/ all service packs installed) Windows 11 (w/ all service packs installed)
Processor (CPU) 2.8GHz processor 2.8 GHz processor Intel Core i5 or AMD Equivalent processor

Memory (RAM)

4GB 8GB 8GB+
Disk Space 3GB 3GB 3GB+ on Solid State Drive
Display Resolution 1024X768 1280x720 1920x1080
Printer Inkjet with PCL Laser with PCL Laser with PCL

What’s the difference in “Minimum”, “Recommended” and “Optimal” configurations?

Minimum: UltimateTax will install and run correctly in this minimal configuration, but performance may not be suitable for some users.
Recommended: Enhances performance and application response times to meet the needs of most
UltimateTax users.
Optimal: Recommended for optimum performance, especially for users who prepare complex
returns or large numbers of returns.


Operating System Notes

  • Microsoft Windows 7 operating systems are no longer supported due to Microsoft ending extended support in January of 2020 (no security updates shipped after this time)
  • Microsoft Windows 8/8.1 operating systems are no longer supported due to Microsoft ending extended support in January of 2023 (no security updates shipped after this time)
  • Due to limitations of the OS, Windows Education and Windows S variations are not supported.
  • Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5.2 and Internet Explorer 11 are required.
  • Windows XP, Windows Vista, MacOS and Linux are not supported.

This applies to all versions of the UltimateTax desktop software.

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