desperately searching for unity; a sacred act of remaining pure
desperately searching for unity; a sacred act of remaining pure
I actually possess the "before" 3DMark results. The "after" scores are still pending. I'm still working with the older setup (RTX-3060Ti) as I go through the configuration, file transfer, and adjustments for this new machine before replacing the old one. To properly evaluate the new system visually, I need to swap out the 3060Ti from the old unit into the new one and change the display from the 19" monitor (GTX-560) to the 3840x2160 50" monitor (RTX-3060Ti). I'm gradually putting everything together...slowly, but steadily. FTW!
It's confusing why a 3060 Ti is labeled 'low end'—it's from a previous generation. I get solid performance in Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p, but pushing it to raytracing isn't feasible. It's definitely not a 4K model, and I'd stick with a high-refresh 1080p screen for the best results.
You're making many sacrifices to achieve 4K resolution, especially based on the game. Unless you focus solely on FPS performance, skipping lower resolutions like 1080 or 1440 could help. Probably, you don’t even notice the difference between low and medium settings while playing.
SH2 had some rough spots, mostly needing extra tools like DLSS to run smoothly. I don’t really sacrifice quality to play most games in my collection. People seem to enjoy a mix—old titles, new releases, indie gems, and big-name AAA games. Only the very latest AAA titles are often the hardest to handle. Even then, many modern games run well, like RE4R. For me, Steam is reliable for playing high-res versions of games such as FF7 Remake Part Two in January. I think my 3060 is a bit outdated, but I’m not rushing upgrades until I can get something with 4070 performance and 12GB RAM for just $300.
Keep logging your daily wins—it's enjoyable and really challenges you. Claiming you must own a certain sports car to play feels unrealistic. Remember, Top Gear got everyone excited with an affordable vehicle. Making minor tweaks enhances the experience, showing you're genuinely into car passion. Stalker 2 is solid, but how many have tackled the entire Stalker trilogy? Dive in now. Once you finish those, the 5060 12GB will be ready for you. The game remains available, though it's an FPS; I'm testing it on a 1440p display on my PC instead of a 4K TV. Path of Exile 2 runs smoothly. I don’t say everyone should buy a 3060 right away, but there’s no need to dismiss it as outdated today. An i7 4870 with a 3060ti often faces CPU limits, which is normal. The best choice is what the community makes, especially with an i7 2600k paired with a 3060.
I've tried all of them without needing a specific order. Taking time to wait a year before playing a game seems like a personal choice. I focused on a mid-range car with a lot of track characteristics—Hyundai Sonata, modified G35, and a Ford Focus RS. You can mess with the Sonata if you wish, but I'll let you pass. I understand what you're saying, and I was more interested than anything else. The reason for a 1080p or 1440p display wasn't clear to me, but your points were solid. Personal taste matters to me.