Curious about whether to prioritize upgrading the CPU or GPU next?

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Curious about whether to prioritize upgrading the CPU or GPU next?

Curious about whether to prioritize upgrading the CPU or GPU next?

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HackOsorusRex
Junior Member

5

12-23-2016, 12:19 PM

#1

You currently own a 4-Core i5-6402P with 2.8GHz base speed and a GeForce GTX960. Both perform similarly during gaming, but I’m unsure which one is actually limiting the other. As someone new to PC technology, I’d appreciate any advice on optimization for games like ARK or future recommendations.

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HackOsorusRex

12-23-2016, 12:19 PM #1

You currently own a 4-Core i5-6402P with 2.8GHz base speed and a GeForce GTX960. Both perform similarly during gaming, but I’m unsure which one is actually limiting the other. As someone new to PC technology, I’d appreciate any advice on optimization for games like ARK or future recommendations.

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ExlonTrantos
Member

215

12-23-2016, 03:03 PM

#2

Upgrade your CPU, and your FPS will significantly improve with that 960 card. It's a decent option for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings, delivering around 60fps on most AAA games. If you switch your GPU first, your CPU might struggle and the frame rate will drop sharply. Good 🤞

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ExlonTrantos

12-23-2016, 03:03 PM #2

Upgrade your CPU, and your FPS will significantly improve with that 960 card. It's a decent option for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings, delivering around 60fps on most AAA games. If you switch your GPU first, your CPU might struggle and the frame rate will drop sharply. Good 🤞

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deadlyhusky
Member

71

12-24-2016, 06:23 PM

#3

Which matters more to you is achieving a higher frame rate or increasing game settings and resolution.

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deadlyhusky

12-24-2016, 06:23 PM #3

Which matters more to you is achieving a higher frame rate or increasing game settings and resolution.

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IkStorm
Junior Member

6

12-24-2016, 06:58 PM

#4

When deciding between GPU and CPU... I would choose the CPU upgrade since I believe your existing CPU won’t handle a GPU that’s much more capable than yours.

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IkStorm

12-24-2016, 06:58 PM #4

When deciding between GPU and CPU... I would choose the CPU upgrade since I believe your existing CPU won’t handle a GPU that’s much more capable than yours.

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lm51
Member

64

12-26-2016, 02:27 AM

#5

It's tough to determine, but I'm experiencing 30-40 fps in ARK and would prefer 60 fps, so I think that's the goal.

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lm51

12-26-2016, 02:27 AM #5

It's tough to determine, but I'm experiencing 30-40 fps in ARK and would prefer 60 fps, so I think that's the goal.

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DannyFrenzyy
Junior Member

10

12-26-2016, 12:18 PM

#6

It's a decision for the present moment, so it's only a short-term fix, but I'm aiming for the better half right now, lol. And honestly, I think my CPU reaches 100% more often than the GPU, which is why I'm leaning that way, though I'm not entirely sure if that's solid.

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DannyFrenzyy

12-26-2016, 12:18 PM #6

It's a decision for the present moment, so it's only a short-term fix, but I'm aiming for the better half right now, lol. And honestly, I think my CPU reaches 100% more often than the GPU, which is why I'm leaning that way, though I'm not entirely sure if that's solid.

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LynWiR
Junior Member

16

12-27-2016, 05:36 PM

#7

Obtain a new CPU and your FPS will significantly increase with that 960 card, which isn't a poor choice for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings, delivering around 60fps on most AAA games. If you upgrade your GPU first, your CPU might struggle and the frame rate will suffer. Good 🤞

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LynWiR

12-27-2016, 05:36 PM #7

Obtain a new CPU and your FPS will significantly increase with that 960 card, which isn't a poor choice for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings, delivering around 60fps on most AAA games. If you upgrade your GPU first, your CPU might struggle and the frame rate will suffer. Good 🤞

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MightyTIZI
Junior Member

39

01-18-2017, 04:19 AM

#8

Ark poses challenges for your hardware setup. It puts a strain on both your GPU and CPU. I advise having at least a GTX 1650 Ti and a more powerful CPU if possible. A Ryzen 3 3100 would also be significantly better, and you'll gain the ability to upgrade as well. Still, the game remains demanding but should perform better.

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MightyTIZI

01-18-2017, 04:19 AM #8

Ark poses challenges for your hardware setup. It puts a strain on both your GPU and CPU. I advise having at least a GTX 1650 Ti and a more powerful CPU if possible. A Ryzen 3 3100 would also be significantly better, and you'll gain the ability to upgrade as well. Still, the game remains demanding but should perform better.