5 GHz processor paired with ASUS TUF B360M Plus for gaming performance
5 GHz processor paired with ASUS TUF B360M Plus for gaming performance
Your ASUS B360M Plus gaming board supports the Intel i5 8400 and can likely accommodate the i5 9600K depending on the slot configuration.
Currently, my system runs on an i5 8400 with a TUF B360m plus gaming board, an RTX 2060, 24GB RAM, and a 500W apex power supply.
Are you really trying to "upgrade"? The i5 8400 shouldn't prevent using an RTX 2060, both use 14nm++ 6c/6t chips and have only a modest speed increase. Any performance drops might stem from OS issues, driver problems, or incorrect memory settings (your 24GB RAM should be in dual-channel mode with 16 or 32GB). Your power supply is also subpar and poses a risk to your hardware—consider replacing it first if needed.
Start by examining CPU, GPU, and RAM utilization before assuming the issue lies elsewhere. This approach helps identify real bottlenecks rather than relying on assumptions. A modest 13% performance boost offers little value. Prioritize upgrading to something like an 8700 for better processing power.
My task manager is running on my second screen and indicates maximum GPU activity, with RAM consumption between 8GB and 10GB, and only a 16% GPU utilization on the RTX 2060.