Google Earth requires certain system configurations in order to run smoothly. Recommended Configurations are provided for the best possible experience.
PC System Requirements:
| | Minimum Configuration | Recommended Configuration |
| OS | Windows 2000, Windows XP | Windows XP |
| CPU | Pentium 3, 500 Mhz | Pentium 4 2.4GHz+ or AMD 2400xp+ |
| System Memory (RAM) | 128 MB RAM | 512MB RAM |
| Hard Disk | 400MB free space | 2GB free space |
| Network Speed | 128 Kbits/sec | 768 Kbits/sec |
| Graphics Card | 3D-capable with 16MB of VRAM | 3D-capable with 32MB of VRAM |
| Screen | 1024x768, "16-bit High Color" screen | 1280x1024, "32-bit True Color" screen |
Mac System Requirements:
| | Minimum Configuration | Recommended Configuration |
| OS | Mac OS X 10.3.9 | Mac OSX 10.4.4 |
| CPU | G3 500Mhz | G4 1.2Ghz |
| System Memory (RAM) | 256MB RAM | 512MB RAM |
| Hard Disk | 400MB free space | 2GB free space |
| Network Speed | 128 Kbits/sec | 768 Kbits/sec |
| Graphics Card | 3D-capable with 16MB of VRAM | 3D-capable with 32MB of VRAM |
| Screen | 1024x768, "16-bit High Color" screen | 1280x1024, "32-bit True Color" screen |