Consider your usage and performance needs before deciding. Upgrading can boost speed if you're running demanding tasks.
Consider your usage and performance needs before deciding. Upgrading can boost speed if you're running demanding tasks.
I was just reviewing the video on potential bottlenecks and right away followed the suggestions from the link. The main concern is whether my CPU might be limiting my gaming performance after upgrading my GPU. To be clear, here are my system details: CPU – Intel core i5-6600K at 3.5 GHz (currently running at 4.1 GHz), GPU – MSI RTX 2070 Super (3 fans, Edition), Motherboard – MSI Z170A Gaming Pro Carbon (MS-7a12), RAM – Corsair Vengeance 2x8 GB DDR4, Power Supply – 600 watts, CPU Cooling – be quiet 1x140mm fan, Monitor – HP 25x at 144Hz (1920x1080). I mainly play FPS titles such as Apex, PUBG, Overwatch and occasionally graphically demanding games like RDR2 (50-60 FPS on high) or FC4 (50-90 FPS on high). Even with medium settings, I struggle to hit consistent 144Hz in Apex. Most of the time it drops to 100-130 FPS and sometimes falls to 80 or even 60 FPS. My CPU stays near full load while the GPU operates between 70-90%. Temperatures are normal, though watercooling was something I wanted to try. The issue is both cost and knowledge. I’m familiar with Intel but feel uncertain about AMD. I’d really appreciate any guidance or tips. P.S. Sorry for my English – I’m a native Austrian (Mozart) Joseph.
The 6600K can still struggle with even a 1070 in today's AAA games, and the 2070S will face it even harder. Upgrading your CPU will certainly improve performance, especially noticeably in certain titles.
Enable NVIDIA low latency mode to ultra for improved performance
This adjustment lowers CPU consumption
I think I noticed you criticizing the i5s in another post, huh? It seems like you believe you get what you pay for with those processors. They don’t seem to hold their value as well as the i7 does. I’ve seen i7 CPUs from older generations still running smoothly in some games. But when they launched, i5 and i7 showed about a 10-25% gap in performance according to benchmarks. This video suggests the average difference is around 11-15%, which doesn’t look like much given the price difference. But I might be mistaken—I’m not sure how long those i5s will keep up with time.
It covers a lot of details. I initially upgraded my GPU to improve FPS, but now I realize the CPU is the real issue. In your view, should I opt for an i7 and pick a specific model, or should I replace my motherboard and switch to an AMD CPU? I’ve heard AMD is improving rapidly recently.
You should look for a solid discount on a used 6700/7700. Overclocking the K SKU would make it even better. A more appealing choice would be a Ryzen 3600 (or a 3300X if you're on a tight budget), paired with a solid B450 board—like MSI B450-A Pro, Gaming Plus, Mortar, or Tomahawk MAX—or keep an eye on the B550 launch in mid-June, which will also support Ryzen 4000.
You've just placed an order for a Ryzen 3600X, MSI B450 Gaming Pro Max, and a Coolermaster AIO water cooler. It feels like Christmas morning! Thank you all for helping with this choice—I'll share the details again once everything is ready. Warm regards from Austria.