Considering a upgrade for my 3400g

ItzFireMLG
Member

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09-28-2019, 03:05 AM

I just purchased an RTX 2060 paired with a 3400G and noticed my CPU is limiting GPU performance in certain games. With a £300 budget, I’m looking for options—maybe upgrading to Intel if that fits better.

ItzFireMLG

09-28-2019, 03:05 AM #1

emmie3939
Junior Member

09-28-2019, 07:49 AM

You’re facing limitations at that price point, so let’s check your current setup.

emmie3939

09-28-2019, 07:49 AM #2

You’re facing limitations at that price point, so let’s check your current setup.

LEJCS
Junior Member

09-28-2019, 08:41 AM

If you're unsure about CPU choices, I recommend something stable and efficient. For long-term use without performance issues, a mid-range processor like an Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 should suffice. This will help your GPU run smoothly and keep your system reliable for several years.

LEJCS

09-28-2019, 08:41 AM #3

gerext
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09-28-2019, 09:41 PM

Do you have quick RAM available? If your system runs slowly or only has one channel, it will significantly impact CPU speed. A Ryzen 5 3600 from the second-hand market would greatly enhance performance.

gerext

09-28-2019, 09:41 PM #4

RedDenial
Junior Member

09-30-2019, 07:47 PM

The 3700x model at 250 is a solid option, but whether it's a good deal depends on your needs and budget.

RedDenial

09-30-2019, 07:47 PM #5

The 3700x model at 250 is a solid option, but whether it's a good deal depends on your needs and budget.

Adabelle
Senior Member

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09-30-2019, 08:47 PM

The cost seems reasonable, but pairing it with an A320 motherboard makes a CPU with many cores unsuitable. The power supply isn’t very strong either.

Adabelle

09-30-2019, 08:47 PM #6

The cost seems reasonable, but pairing it with an A320 motherboard makes a CPU with many cores unsuitable. The power supply isn’t very strong either.

Ninja_Grape21
Junior Member

10-06-2019, 04:49 AM

The A320 motherboard is compatible with 3700X and should function properly, though updating the BIOS might be necessary for some boards.

Ninja_Grape21

10-06-2019, 04:49 AM #7

The A320 motherboard is compatible with 3700X and should function properly, though updating the BIOS might be necessary for some boards.

HC_Andi
Member

10-12-2019, 03:50 PM

Thanks guys, I think I'll go with a 3700x. Because the 50-pound difference means I won't need an A320 forever. I'm planning to switch to a B450 since it doesn't have M2 and I only have two RAM slots—plus I want two extra 8GB sticks.

HC_Andi

10-12-2019, 03:50 PM #8

Nubsalot
Junior Member

10-12-2019, 06:50 PM

I'm focusing on performance rather than compatibility. Power throttling is almost certain on any board with bare VRMs. However, if the user has a B450 motherboard that supports high-core CPUs, it should work well. For the other side, the OP's board is an MSI MAX series, which is confirmed to be compatible with 3000 series boards without needing a BIOS update.

Nubsalot

10-12-2019, 06:50 PM #9