Check compatibility and upgrade options for your 1070 processor.
Check compatibility and upgrade options for your 1070 processor.
Consider a mid-range CPU with solid performance, suitable for your LGA1151 H370. Look for options that balance price and efficiency without causing GPU bottlenecks.
Having a bottleneck can actually be beneficial—it doesn’t slow down your system. A CPU that limits your GPU’s performance won’t make things slower than with a CPU that isn’t constrained. The optimal approach is to plan your budget for a new CPU (including RAM, power supply, etc.) and then purchase the highest quality parts within that range. If your CPU is too powerful for your GPU, you can upgrade later when you replace the GPU. The other option is spending low-quality parts to avoid bottlenecks, resulting in poor performance now with no room for future gains. So, determine your budget, check what you already own (besides board, CPU, and GPU), and consider your location to get accurate pricing.
Also could you share the complete specifications of your current PC? There might be additional components that require adjustment, such as the power supply, RAM, cooler, etc. Usually, you can push the RAM overclock to around 3200, with a range of 3800 to 4200 if it has decent I/O capabilities.