Capture your PC gaming sessions using an i5 processor.
Capture your PC gaming sessions using an i5 processor.
Hey there, I'm trying to figure this out. Right now I'm looking at building a PC and have a tough choice: an i5 7600K or a GTX 1070, or an i7 7700K paired with a GTX 1060 and 6GB RAM. I want both solid performance for gaming and the ability to record high-quality videos. I'm wondering which combo works best—should I go with the 7700K and 1060, or the 7600K and 1070? Also, I'm curious about how the 7600K would perform when recording using tools like OBS, NVIDIA Shadowplay, and DXTory. Any advice would be super helpful, even though this isn't a typical forum topic. Thanks!
You have options like the R5-1600 or 1600X alongside the 1070. Both provide comparable game performance to an i5 while offering superior streaming and recording quality for your budget. The choice depends on your priorities—similar results or greater gaming focus. The i5 edges slightly in most titles, but gaming remains more appealing if that's your main concern.
At least my 7700k (without overclocking) experiences stutter or frame drops when streaming at 1080p/60 FPS. It works well at 720p/60. For smoother performance while streaming and gaming on the same machine, consider upgrading to a 6+ core AMD R5 or R7. Alternatively, use an external capture card to ease the CPU load.
Absolutely. The 1600k shines over the 7600k in gaming, and it will definitely surpass it across gaming, streaming, and recording simultaneously. Undoubtedly. There are plenty of YouTube reviews supporting this claim. The r5 line is continuously improving, especially now that it's just launched and still under optimization. More value for less money, enhanced performance, improved multitasking, and a better upgrade path. All the advantages without any drawbacks.