Consider upgrading if you want better performance for demanding tasks.
Consider upgrading if you want better performance for demanding tasks.
I understand the point, but upgrading from 1080p to 3060 would likely improve performance significantly, particularly in fast-paced FPS games. A CPU boost would complement that change effectively.
It looks like you're questioning the timing of investments that might not pay off until next year. If you need something urgent for potential gains, consider getting a monitor now—it will endure and maintain its quality over time, similar to how a 9700k device lasts.
I made a mistake with that upgrade, I had a Dell U2414h running at 60Hz and switched to an XG2405 for about $300 months ago. Now I'm spending a ton on a new 1440p monitor, which is really costly, and finding 1440p displays here is tough. It's frustrating buying PC stuff in my country.
It's completely normal to be curious about stocks. Buying a CPU ahead of a new GPU isn't unusual at all. As he mentioned, his father will be able to purchase it in the USA soon, allowing him to save money. Plus, it gives him time to accumulate funds for the GPU when it becomes available.
The funds vanish if you don’t use them. Investing them immediately on an outdated chip that won’t gain much now isn’t wise. Securing items of worth in the U.S. that maintain their relative performance—like monitors and power supplies—is a better strategy, in my view.
Considering a new monitor is a smart move, but only if I haven’t bought one already several months back. Ordering one would mean my dad gets upset because monitors are large and he already takes up much space in the luggage. To be honest, I’m not really interested in the newest models—I just want to avoid slowing down my current 144hz (1080p) resolution.
You hadn’t suggested a 1440p display. If he’s moving to an RTX 3060, it seems he might not have a GPU strong enough to handle that right now, so the advantages may only appear next year. I’d agree with that, except he doesn’t need or desire a new screen or power unit, making it a smart move to invest now for both present and future upgrades. Yes, but how often can his father travel to the US to help him save as much as possible? Likely not very often if I had to guess.
It's a significant challenge mainly due to the fact that high framerate generally demands a powerful CPU. The choice of GPU can vary based on your resolution, but the CPU remains essential. If your goal is 60 frames per second, you can reduce CPU requirements and simply enhance your graphics card for higher resolutions and detail. Today’s modern CPUs can handle high FPS at any resolution when matched with a capable GPU, but this will become less feasible in five to ten years. Upgrading the GPU will improve visuals and resolution, yet achieving top performance again will likely require a new CPU and system upgrade. The issue with 1080p/high refresh is that it only makes sense with both a fast CPU and a fast GPU, and keeping up that speed is tough. At 1080p/60, even the latest CPUs can handle it for a long time, so a GPU upgrade is usually sufficient. The 9700k is already lagging behind in high refresh games after the 5600x launch, and with upcoming 11th and 4th generation CPUs, the gap will widen further. So when you finally obtain your 3060, the games you wish to play may not run at high framerate on the 9700k, especially compared to the CPUs you might have in a year.