Choose between Ryzen 5 3600 or the 4000 series model.
Choose between Ryzen 5 3600 or the 4000 series model.
Hello! Comparing your current i5 4690 with the newer 3600 and 4000 series depends on your needs. The 3600 offers better performance and efficiency, making it a solid upgrade if you're looking for improved multitasking and gaming. The 4000 series provides even more power, especially for demanding tasks. Consider your budget and usage to decide if waiting is wise or if you should go ahead.
Wait for Zen 3 unless you really need a newer version immediately.
I believe the answer varies based on your setup, what software you're using, and the financial constraints you have.
You can improve your choice by considering the actual needs of OPs instead of just advising them to wait. Should OP wait for Zen3 and move to the 4000 series, or should they wait and purchase a Zen2 that offers a big price drop? I don’t know if OP is only buying a CPU and board or if they’ll need a new GPU, power supply, RAM, etc. Perhaps OP still has a budget and pairing a higher-end Zen2 with an x570 could be more cost-effective. So the decision really depends on what OPs plan to do with their current setup.
There are several factors to consider. For your budget, the Ryzen 5 3600 isn't affordable yet; prices may drop once Zen3 is released. However, switching to an AMD setup might be worthwhile if you upgrade your motherboard. I don't think Zen3 CPUs or boards will be inexpensive, but you'll get good value with an X570 paired with a 3600, whether new or used. Think about getting a newer graphics card for better performance.