Video Performance Settings - Videos & Tutorials
Ultimate Graphics Performance
Your Simulator depends largely on your PC Components. CPU, GPU, RAM, SSD and the combination of all those items.
The Setup and demand on your system between MSFS2020 and X-plane 12 do differ.
An Ultra High Specification PC does not necessarily mean that you can turn everything up to Max. Settings .
The Videos on this Page will give you some indication, what the settings may give you the best Graphical display – FPS – smoothness of the SIM and stability.
For Hardware check out Page here Basic PC Hardware Explained
Example Videos MSFS 2020
I highly recommend you watch this Video by Easyjetsimpilot. Have a look at MSFS with him to investigate the Framerate Killers you can avoid in your Sim by tweaking the settings.
Max. Settings don’t always return the best visual results if the Simulator stutters and the aircraft is unflyable at times.
The Settings here are for Microsoft FlightSimulator 2020
Example Videos X-Plane 12
Q8 Pilot gives a brilliant overview an the best settings you can manage in X-plane 12
Now then, everybody’s system is different. So you need to take that as a basis to wok yourself up or down the scale.
Troubleshooting MSFS2020 and X-Plane 12 on Hardware issues?? You can also click the links below
Best Ways of Tweaking your Hardware (GPU)
NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) MSFS 2020
Is a neural graphics technology that multiplies performance using AI to create entirely new frames, display higher resolution through image reconstruction, and improve the image quality of intensive ray-traced content—all while delivering best-in-class image quality and responsiveness.
Videos on the side will show you the following
Video 1 Official Nvidia
What FPS can I gain
Video 2 DLSS Swapper by Q8 Pilot
This will show you how you can further enhance DLSS by using a MOD called DLSS Swapper. Quick Tutorial where to get the MOD, how to install it and what you need to do to keep up to date.
There is no guarantee on any huge performance gains. I run a Nvidia 3080GTX and in may case I have a marginal increase of about 4 to 5 FPS. On lower spec. GPU the results may improve your performance significantly
AMD FSR Get a Boost in Frames for Your Games
AMD FidelityFX™ Super Resolution (FSR)1 uses cutting-edge open upscaling and advanced frame generation technologies to help boost your frame rates in supported games2 and deliver amazing high-quality, high-performance gaming on virtually any hardware.
Videos on the side will show you the following
Video 1 Official AMD First Look
Video 2 AMD FSR installed into MSFS with the Mod
I do not own an RX Card from AMD. So my experience is limited on how to set it up.
There have been several updates to FSR. Make sure you are running the latest driver and FSR3 Mod to get the best benefit
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X-plane 12
Tutorial Videos for best Nvidia Control Panel Settings
X-Plane 12 by Q8 Pilot
This one follows up the first Video from Q8 Pilot for performance settings and goes into the hidden features of the Nvidia Control settings applicable to X-Plane 12
MSFS 2020
Tutorial Videos for best Nvidia Control Panel Settings
MSFS2020 by Q8 Pilot
Increase performance and No more Stutters
Quick Guide Nvidia and Control Panel
Tips and Tweaks to improve the performance of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020:
Nvidia Control Panel Tweaks
Power Management Mode: Set to “Prefer Maximum Performance”.
Texture Filtering Quality: Set to “High Performance”.
Vertical Sync: Set to “Fast” if you experience tearing issues.
System Settings
Update Your System: Ensure your operating system and all drivers are up to date.
Disable Overclocking: Overclocking can cause instability and overheating.
Clean Install GPU Drivers: Remove old drivers before installing the latest ones
Switch to Dedicated GPU: Make sure the game is using your dedicated GPU.
In-Game Settings
Graphics Settings: Adjust settings like anti-aliasing, render scaling, and texture resolution.
Advanced Settings: Test FXAA instead of TAA for better performance.
Additional Tips:
Clear Temp Files & System Cache: Regularly clear temporary files and system cache.
Enable Game Mode: Turn on Game Mode in Windows settings.
Disable Background Applications: Close unnecessary background applications.
These tweaks should help you achieve a smoother and more enjoyable flying experience in MSFS2020. Happy flying! ✈️
Tips and Tweaks to improve the performance of X-Plane 12:
Nvidia Control Panel Tweaks
Power Management Mode: Set to “Prefer Maximum Performance”.
Texture Filtering Quality: Set to “High Performance”.
Vertical Sync: Set to “Fast” if you experience tearing issues.
System Settings
Update Your System: Ensure your operating system and all drivers are up to date.
Disable Overclocking: Overclocking can cause instability and overheating.
Clean Install GPU Drivers: Remove old drivers before installing the latest ones
Switch to Dedicated GPU: Make sure the game is using your dedicated GPU.
In-Game Settings
Graphics Settings: Adjust Rendering Options
Disable Fullscreen Optimizations: This can reduce input lag and improve performance
Run as Administrator: This can sometimes help to increase performance
Use Vulcan: The new X-Plane 12 is Vulcan based for the GPU. Enable it in your GPU
Additional Tips:
Clear Temp Files & System Cache: Regularly clear temporary files and system cache.
Enable Game Mode: Turn on Game Mode in Windows settings.
Disable Background Applications: Close unnecessary background applications.
The settings go pretty much in line with MSFS 2020 plus a few additions ✈️
Lossless Scaling for X-Plane 12 and MSFS 2020
Easyjetsimpilot is showing in this Video another Application which can help to improve your FPS performance. I have not tested it.
It is Payware and runs at approx. €7.00 and it is available via STEAM
A Small investment if it works ok.
Just review the Videos for MSFS 2020 and X-Plane 12
Change the Priority of your CPU for better Performance
Usually Windows sets the priority of most applications to Normal. There are two way to can change this,
- You change the priority manually – You have to do this every time you start your Flight.
- You can edit your registry and add MSFS 2020 and/or X-plane 12 to do this for you automatically.
Configure your Controller
Configure your Controller or Joystick is one of the most important things to do in your Flight Simulator. The behaviour of your Aircraft is dependant on it. This specifically applies to sensitivity.
Watch Jonathan Becketts Tutorial to get a good idea what you need to do