Consider whether an upgrade is necessary and, if so, determine the best course of action.
Consider whether an upgrade is necessary and, if so, determine the best course of action.
Hello everyone, welcome as a new poster. I'm working on organizing a list of components I plan to upgrade—like memory, RAM, GPU—and the specific models I'm considering. The main concern is my CPU. I'm unsure if it's the right time or what upgrade would be best. Right now I have an AMD Ryzen 7 2700X at 3.7GHz with 8 cores. Any suggestions would be great, and I'd appreciate any websites that compare CPUs well. Also, keep in mind I use this machine for streaming, gaming (a lot of YouTube), voice chatting, Twitch, and recording occasionally. Edited August 20, 2022 by Romza
This size works well for your needs. Why would you consider an upgrade?
It's good to know you're planning an upgrade. To decide if you need a CPU upgrade, consider your current system's performance and the new components you're adding.
What GPU are you using now? I need to know so I can understand the situation. Having a second GPU helps ensure better performance, and your CPU is still adequate for your needs—just in case you want to upgrade later if required.
The reason is I’m getting another monitor and my 1660 Super only supports three, but eventually I plan to build a second machine (don’t let the computer know—it’ll get jealous). If people think I’m fine with my current CPU, I won’t upgrade it.