I upgraded from 16gb ram to 32gb ram and it was a great improvement well worth the money.

I remember when people were all agog about X-Plane recommending 16GB of RAM.

That told me right away to grab 32 GB and I've never regretted it.

Now that people are recommending 32GB, I'm thinking about 64! 🤪

4 hours ago, forshaw said:

So my question is do I really need the 32GB instead of 16GB? Are folks experiencing issues with only 16GB? I don't want to be on the back foot before I really get started.

I run MSFS 2020 with 8 gigs of system ram at 1080p with settings all medium, fps locked at 30, average framerates around 24-26. (dips in high def. areas, hits 30 in less taxing environments).

But, feel free to line the pockets of hardware companies with your - pun intended - hard earned $$$.😄

...and stop wasting money on "gaming rigs".

 

Edited September 29, 20214 yr by Ricardo41

2 hours ago, Ixoye said:

I do not think you should skimp on memory when you are building a new computer, and for God's sake make sure to buy the Steam version of the game, then you will not have to tear your hair in frustration with each update.

I will absolutely second that! I went so far as to take the loss and re-purchase the game in Steam. Best thing I ever did! (flightsim-wise, at least) Updates are now one click instead of wasting a lot of time jumping through hoops...

 

Russ

I'm happy with 64 but I pretty much always have a string of other programs (usually work related) running on my second screen when I fly. 

I’m running msfs on 16GB ram on a low end system, in fact up until about 2 months ago I was running it on 12gb ram, I upgraded one slot to 8gb for a total of 16GB. No issues really but it does take a while to load in I’ve noticed, once I’m in it’s good though. I personally would have went more but my mobo can only handle 16GB from what I’ve researched,  it if could have handled more I would have no doubt gone to 32gb, in today’s day and age it seems like the sensible thing to do, besides once the pmdg’s and fenix’s come around, I’m sure the extra ram will help.

I don’t multitask (work wise), I usually have msfs on one screen and a web browser, charts, open track and little nav map open on another screen.

Edited September 29, 20214 yr by flyinpilot212121

3 hours ago, wims80 said:

I would not build a computer in 2021 with only 16 gigs of ram. 32 gigs is the minimum for a new build imo

Fully agree.  Cannot fathom spending the bucks for a new high end system without adding the additional 16 GB of ram for less than what $80.00?  And if the system will be what you use for the next 3 to 5 years......  who knows?  

Edited September 29, 20214 yr by fppilot

I don’t think i have seen MSFS use more than 6-8GB of RAM but i would still get 32.

8 hours ago, Ricardo41 said:

I run MSFS 2020 with 8 gigs of system ram at 1080p with settings all medium, fps locked at 30, average framerates around 24-26. (dips in high def. areas, hits 30 in less taxing environments).

But, feel free to line the pockets of hardware companies with your - pun intended - hard earned $$$.😄

...and stop wasting money on "gaming rigs".

 

Hi Ricardo41;

Totally understand and you have a very good point. From my prospective I just prefer to enjoy a smooth flight sim experience (no shutters regardless of FPS) with add-ons scenery and aircraft etc and not have to worry to much about manipulating my setting to enjoy my flights.

 

Hi Folks;

Thank you all so much for your prompt responses and taking the time to provide such informative and helpful information; it's exactly what I was looking for.

I will just go with the additional 32GB, I think I knew that at the back of my head but needed reconfirmation for you folks.

In terms of the right time to purchase new hardware, I don't think there is a perfect time. However, since I work in IT (high level management) it is good if you know when a vendor is introducing new hardware and or software so you plan an upgrade at the optimum time. In my case my hardware is shot and I can't even use FSX, so I am forced to get new hardware in order to maintain my #1 hobby. I hold a PPL and haven't done much flying in the past 14 months due to COVID, so  I find myself using my Sim more often and loving it.

In reference to purchase via Steam, thanks for the head-ups and information. Will definitely look at that option when I am ready to purchase it.

Thanks again all, really appreciate your comments.

Kindest Regards.

Forshaw.

My PC is 7 years old with 16GB RAM. All in all I've had a great experience with MSFS so far with no major issues.

8 hours ago, Tom Wright said:

My PC is 7 years old with 16GB RAM. All in all I've had a great experience with MSFS so far with no major issues.

HI Tom;

Very interesting!!! My current PC is exactly the same as yours in every respect (Processor | RAM | Graphics Card | Samsung 850 EVO 500 GB). That is so weird, the only thing that is different is 850 vs 860 on the drive. Mine is also 7 yrs old, Jan 2014. I can't believe this...

If you noticed from my original post the only reason I was getting a new rig is because my graphics card is failing and i was trying to get the GTX 1070 to replace it which is so hard to acquire since it's so outdated. There were a few refurbished ones out there but they want $600.00 +US (close to $700.00). I really didn't want to spend that amount of money just for a very outdated card and not knowing what else will go bad soon, so just as well get a new rig to last awhile.

Thanks for the input on the 16GB but since I am investing in a new rig I might as well get the 32GB since who knows what else I would be adding in terms of "In Flight Utility" software and add-ons that may make use of the additional memory.

Hope your rig continue to last for awhile longer, I wouldn't be upgrading or replacing mine if it wasn't giving me problems.

Cheers.

Forshaw..

13 hours ago, forshaw said:

Thanks for the input on the 16GB but since I am investing in a new rig I might as well get the 32GB since who knows what else I would be adding in terms of "In Flight Utility" software and add-ons that may make use of the additional memory.

If I were to build a new system, I would also go for 32 GB, but must add that I have a very fluid flight in MSFS on my [email protected] with 16 GB of RAM and indeed, a GTX1070.  🙂

On 9/29/2021 at 7:56 AM, RobJC said:

I don’t think i have seen MSFS use more than 6-8GB of RAM but i would still get 32.

12-15Gb routinely here post SU5 even in benign areas..  There is some evidence MSFS looks at what's available and adjusts accordingly.

On 9/29/2021 at 1:48 AM, forshaw said:

I am going all the way for a high end rig

Not a high end rig with 16 gigs of ram imo. 

On 9/29/2021 at 6:59 AM, b1bmsgt said:

I will absolutely second that! I went so far as to take the loss and re-purchase the game in Steam. Best thing I ever did! (flightsim-wise, at least)   Russ

I swear you and a few others here work for Steam.  I've had exactly zero problems with initial MS Store install, all updates, 5 purchases thru the Marketplace, and simple one-click reinstall when I needed to reinstall Win 10 and once before when I did a complete uninstall and reinstall of MSFS due to problems w/ Process Lasso before I knew that was what the problem was.  i have exactly zero desire to clog up my system w/ Steam, which is mainly hot, wet air!  And this is true for the vast majority of store users who noticed the ONLY real requirement is to insure you have the MS Store and Xbox App installed and signed into--thenceforth, completely easy, maintenance and reinstalls.  And this same story is true for the vast majority of users--save the loud few who work for Steam 🤣.  I never liked the fat interface and advertising in Steam and only have it installed because of the phenomenal Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon:  Wildlands

Edited October 2, 20214 yr by Noel