People has asked me what computer I use. I am also a Video Engineer and Editor and I like to be on the move with my computing requirements. While a desktop system with lots of RAM and Graphics Cards will be my ultimate solution, I have am and using the following for Flight Simulation and HD Video Editing:
ASUS Laptop with 8 Gb of RAM and Intel I7 Quad Core operating at 3.85GHz
Dedicated NVIDIA Graphics Card with 2Gb of Ram on board
17.3 inch screen with secondary monitor attachment
I just got DCS Warthog and my Saitek X42 can't even match the quality requirements needed so I am definitely going with the HOTAS Thrustmaster. My motto is, "If you are going to fly and fly well, then fly with the right tools."