Spec Check

MaximusX · 2026-02-24T16:49:04+0000

Hi all,

I’m planning a new PC mainly for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (4K + VR mainly with Valve Index and possibly the upcoming Frame). I’m aiming for a quiet, stable system rather than heavy overclocking and just wanted some opinions before I go ahead.

Current spec idea:

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
PNY NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB Overclocked Triple Fan (Blackwell)
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard
64GB DDR5-6000 EXPO memory CL30
Arctic Liquid Freezer III Pro 420mm AIO
Fractal North XL case
Corsair RM1000e ATX 3.1 PSU

Does this look like a good balanced build for Flight Sim and VR? Anything you would change?

Thanks

Tetras · 2026-02-24T16:55:01+0000

MaximusX said:
Anything you would change?

Motherboard is overkill and PSU is a second tier unit.

Craig_d1 · 2026-02-24T18:09:06+0000

If just gaming I'd drop to the 9800x3d too. Don't think you'll see any benefit having the additional non x3d cores on the 9950x3d cpu.

naefeart · 2026-02-24T20:42:25+0000

I'd check the PCI lane sharing split on the Hero suits your needs. I think using the M.2_2/3 drops your PCIEX16_1 down to x8 speed or similar.

I've gone for a similar build but went with the Crossfire Glacial as it has a better lane sharing for what I want. Plus it looks awesome.