Consider compatible options for upgrading your CPU.
Consider compatible options for upgrading your CPU.
I initially owned an AMD X4 860k and later upgraded to an Xeon 1231v3. It works well but limits my 1070's performance. I purchased the CPU, RAM, and motherboard for about £300. Prices for these components are unlikely to be this low again. I might upgrade in a year or so. What’s the best next step for me?
It functions identically to an i7 4790, but this doesn't really align with gaming needs.
To get an upgrade in 2021 you’d need to wait until that year and then determine the optimal option available then.
The market is changing rapidly right now. If you were me, I’d just observe what happens next. However, the third generation Ryzen is currently the top choice.
uncertain about the meaning of this, a CPU, RAM, and motherboard can be purchased for around £100. For what you get with £300 right now: PCPartPicker Part List Type Item Price CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor £163.98 @ Aria PC Motherboard MSI B450M MORTAR MAX Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard £89.99 @ Box Limited Memory Patriot Viper Steel 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory £74.55 @ CCL Computers Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts Total £328.52 Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-04-07 16:18 BST+0100
PCPartPicker list shows various components at competitive rates. AMD Ryzen 5 3600 offers strong performance for around £163.98. The MSI B450M PRO-VDH MAX ATX AM4 board is available for £69.99. Memory upgrades like CCL’s DDR4-3200 pack cost about £74.55. All prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts. Total comes to approximately £308.52. This selection fits well within a budget near £300. The Xeon model matches modern GTX 1070 specs without needing high-end alternatives.