FPS dips
FPS dips
Hello, I notice frequent FPS drops in Modern warfare and even in CS GO. With 16 gigabytes of RAM on my GTX 1080 and an I7 4790K, I’m wondering if the issue lies with my CPU. I read that newer games are better optimized for CPUs with six or more cores, and I know my 4790K is quite outdated. Should I consider upgrading? Also, a quick note—while I was using Modern warfare on my sister’s machine during spring break, it ran much smoother thanks to her Ryzen 1600 and RX580 with 16 gigabytes of RAM. Could it be the difference in CPU speed? Also, my temperatures are normal.
Consider a processor with roughly 6 or 8 cores and a clock speed between 3.6 and 4.4 GHz. Pairing a faster CPU usually means upgrading to a DDR4 3200 MHz or better memory. I’m an avid AMD enthusiast, but this might need a new motherboard and RAM. If you decide on AMD, the Ryzen 5 1600 or 3600 are excellent choices.
That’s what I had in mind. My old i7 feels like it’s over six years old with just four cores. I’m considering a Ryzen 5 3600 or the R7 3700X. In your view, is the 3600 worth the extra $40?
In my view, it's not just about the 200mhz boost clock increase. With the R5 3600, you can push it to 4.1 or even 4.2 depending on how you set it.
Choose Ryzen 2600/3600 based on current pricing and market trends, or go with the 3700 for better future compatibility. The 1600 model doesn’t seem worthwhile—it’s too expensive and lacks support for modern RAM speeds. Zen+ and Zen 2 models offer higher clocked RAM and improved performance. Many reliable mid-range B450 boards can handle all three options. There’s no need to upgrade to an X570.
P.S.: I recently switched from the FX-8300 to an R5 2600 plus a B450 motherboard with 16 GB DDR4 3000MHz RAM for around 240€, so it should be even more affordable now.