multi threading

[DD_Crash]

I am going to build a new computer and would like to know how many cores does DCS need for VR.

[SharpeXB]

As many as you can get . If I understand the Multithreaded system here it will use anything you have. I think up to 32 virtual cores. There used to be a Multithreading FAQ topic that explains this but maybe it’s been moved or deleted. 

Edited May 5 by SharpeXB

[DD_Crash]

Thanks I dont want to buy an over speced cpu.

[Qcumber]

26 minutes ago, DD_Crash said:

I am going to build a new computer and would like to know how many cores does DCS need for VR.

You don't really need lots of cores. If you are on a budget the 5800x3d is good. A better option (at twice the cost) is the 9800x3d. 

[DD_Crash]

Thanks, I was thinking the 9800x3d would be the best bet.

[Mr_sukebe]

I’m curious about other pilots experience on this.

When I’ve checked CPU usage in the last few weeks, the primary loading appears to be on 4 cores.

Thats not to say that more cores is pointless, as they can offload secondary tasks such as Oculus VR and various windows apps.

it does however make me wonder if ED have optimised the current build for use with 4 cores, as pretty much all DCS player PCs will have at least 4.

If that is the case, makes me wonder about the effort required to use 8 cores, which is seemingly becoming the norm.

Edited May 5 by Mr_sukebe