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X-Plane 9
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X-Plane loves video RAM. The more you have the better. Runs fine on my system (see signature), but X-Plane 10 will be a major improvement in graphics and performance
I have 256MB of 128 bit GDDR3 video RAM, and I can use it all needing more.
Since X-Plane 9 is a fairly new version, I do not think Version 10 will be out this year. What have you been hearing?
I know that a Core2Duo uses the 2nd core to load scenery in the background, but I am wondering if there is really an advantage with a quad core processor. I have my doubts, but I want to know for sure.
http://forums.x-plane.org/index.php?showtopic=38701
It should be coming out this year, but yeah... might as well be Q4 2010
It should be coming out this year, but yeah... might as well be Q4 2010
Thanks for sending the link. The X-Plane Congress held May 23-24, 2009 was an eye opener. Austin stated that X-Plane 10 might be ready in 24 months, so we have a long wait ahead.http://forums.x-plane.org/index.php?showtopic=38701
It should be coming out this year, but yeah... might as well be Q4 2010
I have only read page 1 of 3 so far, and I have not yet had an answer to my question: does a 4 core processor give any benefits over a 2 core. My opinion is that 4 cores will provide no benefit. Anyone have any conclusive evidence either way?
No idea, but observing my CPU while having X-Plane active shows that all 4 cores are getting used. I doubt that you'll notice any difference though. More RAM and VRAM however DOES make one... and I wouldn't take word on "the 24 months", expect it sooner. Fall 2010 is most peoples guess. Google around.
Are you satisfied with your 512MB of video RAM? Would I see a benefit using the same video card with 1GB RAM?
A) Yes.
B) No idea, did not try it. I only use original Apple hardware components. But most likely you will notice slightly better performance.
On a new iMac 27" C2D using "Very High Settings" 2560x1440 (no Anti Alias)and everything else checked and the scenery options on default. I'm getting between 30 and 100 FPS depending on the complexity of the scene.
Very happy with the performance and the game itself. My old MS Sidewinder FF2 stick works perfect in the game, that thing was sitting in my basement for years
Graphics card = ATI HD 4670 (256)
Very happy with the performance and the game itself. My old MS Sidewinder FF2 stick works perfect in the game, that thing was sitting in my basement for years
Graphics card = ATI HD 4670 (256)
I wonder how much better the i5 or i7 would be. Here's hoping someone will provide that info.On a new iMac 27" C2D using "Very High Settings" 2560x1440 (no Anti Alias)and everything else checked and the scenery options on default. I'm getting between 30 and 100 FPS depending on the complexity of the scene.
Very happy with the performance and the game itself. My old MS Sidewinder FF2 stick works perfect in the game, that thing was sitting in my basement for years
Graphics card = ATI HD 4670 (256)
I am running AntiAlias at 4X at 1920 by 1080 which is equivalent to No AntiAlias at 3840 by 2160.
To fully utilize X-Plane 9, I built a Core i7 Quad Hackintosh with a fast 256 bit 1 GB VRAM video card, 6 GB memory running a 23 inch 1080p monitor.
I have all settings maxed out, and I get very good performance with high frame rates.
This beast is waiting for X-Plane 10 that should be out in the second quarter of 2011.
I have all settings maxed out, and I get very good performance with high frame rates.
This beast is waiting for X-Plane 10 that should be out in the second quarter of 2011.