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Hi all,
Im considering getting my own laptop to use for school and also possibly fsx. Does anyone know what the system requirements are for a smooth running simulator when all settings and graphics are maxed out?

This is only a small idea in the back of my mind, but my old computer is really not working for fsx, and i think it has a virus that is destroying fsx.

Thanks
 
You still probably can't completely max out FSX on even powerful desktop computers. Bloom and traffic would probably totally kill it.

I'm sure you can get decent performance from some of the current generation laptops, though.
 
I can run FSX with sliders set to medium high at a constant 35FPS in places like Boston and Las Vegas (look at my specs below.) By far the best processor out there is the Intel i7s, but they're also expensive as mess. The processor I have is a 6-core running at 3.2, and it only cost $169. FSX is generally a processor-heavy program, so a good CPU is a must. A good graphics card is a plus, if I could upgrade to a 1GB card I would, but I don't have the money or honestly the needs right now.

As ollyau said, I highly doubt that there is any consumer computer on the market that can run FSX maxed out in any situation with multiple payware addons above 25 frames. I personally don't see the need to set sliders all the way. I have texture resolution and ground image resolution set to full because that affects the clarity of the objects in the game, but setting water/clouds/traffic to the max really isn't necessary to get a very nice looking game :)
 
Thanks,
For now i think tats all i need to know. if i have more questions later ill post them here
 
FSX345 said:
Thanks, do you by chance know some decent laptops around $200, or is that really a strech?
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If you're thinking new, $200 isn't going to get you much. FSX is all about processor processor processor. As far as a budget laptop I suggest one with the AMD E-350/450 processor. It is a dual core but also has a built in GPU, which the comparable i3 processors don't include. these laptops will run you generally under $400 (CAD).

If you can raise your budget slightly I would go with the AMD A6-3400. This is a quad core with a slightly better built in GPU and will run you approximately $500 (CAD)

While I generally prefer to go with Intel you won't get a built in GPU with budget intel systems.
 
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