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Is it beneficial to upgrade your CPU and GPU right now, or should you hold off?

Is it beneficial to upgrade your CPU and GPU right now, or should you hold off?

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iKegreenS_
Posting Freak
878
04-30-2022, 07:13 AM
#1
Hello,
After four years of owning my computer, I've noticed prices are rising again at the same time. I've been considering getting the 9070 XT since its release, but uncertainty about future costs made me hesitate. It's currently around its MSRP, though I know GPUs could jump dramatically in a month or so.
I own a Ryzen 7 7700X and a 3070 Ti, which work well for my needs. Still, I'm curious about upgrading to something more powerful for demanding games. I've been eyeing the Ryzen 9800X3D and the 9070 XT. Prices would be around $350 for the 9800X3D and $550 for the 9070 XT.
Should I go ahead and purchase these, or is it better to wait for a more stable time?
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iKegreenS_
04-30-2022, 07:13 AM #1

Hello,
After four years of owning my computer, I've noticed prices are rising again at the same time. I've been considering getting the 9070 XT since its release, but uncertainty about future costs made me hesitate. It's currently around its MSRP, though I know GPUs could jump dramatically in a month or so.
I own a Ryzen 7 7700X and a 3070 Ti, which work well for my needs. Still, I'm curious about upgrading to something more powerful for demanding games. I've been eyeing the Ryzen 9800X3D and the 9070 XT. Prices would be around $350 for the 9800X3D and $550 for the 9070 XT.
Should I go ahead and purchase these, or is it better to wait for a more stable time?

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phoebegracemk
Member
125
05-01-2022, 01:41 PM
#2
CPU: 7700x
CPU cooler: Yes
Motherboard: Yes
Ram: Yes
SSD/HDD: Yes
GPU: Yes
PSU: Yes
Chassis: Yes
OS: Yes
Monitor: Yes
PSU age: Included
If needed, I’ll also check the GPU and PSU specifications.
Are you sure about the title? What resolution and refresh rate are we targeting?
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phoebegracemk
05-01-2022, 01:41 PM #2

CPU: 7700x
CPU cooler: Yes
Motherboard: Yes
Ram: Yes
SSD/HDD: Yes
GPU: Yes
PSU: Yes
Chassis: Yes
OS: Yes
Monitor: Yes
PSU age: Included
If needed, I’ll also check the GPU and PSU specifications.
Are you sure about the title? What resolution and refresh rate are we targeting?

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Rexty_
Senior Member
568
05-01-2022, 08:37 PM
#3
CPU: Ryzen 7 7700x
CPU cooler: thermalright 120 (believe it)
Motherboard: Asrock x670E pg lightning
Memory: 2x16gb G.skill Flare x5 6000mhz cl36
Storage: 256gb (os drive) & 1tb (other stuff)
GPU: Gigabyte 3070ti
Power supply: Corsair cx750 (green label, age unknown)
Case: Lian li 215
Operating system: Wind 10
Display: AOC
Graphics card: CQ32G1
Current games: Fortnite, WOT, GOW, Minecraft, many sims. Run at 1440p, 144hz, FPS usually capped but should match monitor refresh rate
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Rexty_
05-01-2022, 08:37 PM #3

CPU: Ryzen 7 7700x
CPU cooler: thermalright 120 (believe it)
Motherboard: Asrock x670E pg lightning
Memory: 2x16gb G.skill Flare x5 6000mhz cl36
Storage: 256gb (os drive) & 1tb (other stuff)
GPU: Gigabyte 3070ti
Power supply: Corsair cx750 (green label, age unknown)
Case: Lian li 215
Operating system: Wind 10
Display: AOC
Graphics card: CQ32G1
Current games: Fortnite, WOT, GOW, Minecraft, many sims. Run at 1440p, 144hz, FPS usually capped but should match monitor refresh rate

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Craftbxl
Junior Member
5
05-08-2022, 07:27 AM
#4
Begin with the 9070xt. I have a 7700 non x, and for 1440p it works really well.
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Craftbxl
05-08-2022, 07:27 AM #4

Begin with the 9070xt. I have a 7700 non x, and for 1440p it works really well.

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TheMars_
Junior Member
46
05-08-2022, 02:15 PM
#5
Have you encountered any problems with the 9070xt? There are often discussions about its performance and compatibility beyond just gaming.
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TheMars_
05-08-2022, 02:15 PM #5

Have you encountered any problems with the 9070xt? There are often discussions about its performance and compatibility beyond just gaming.

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Dil2601
Member
109
05-11-2022, 08:40 PM
#6
I mainly play games. Regarding drivers, I believe AMD has provided good ones for a while. Nvidia also faced some driver problems recently, so it’s easier now. I’ll wait for others to share their thoughts but there are no big issues.
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Dil2601
05-11-2022, 08:40 PM #6

I mainly play games. Regarding drivers, I believe AMD has provided good ones for a while. Nvidia also faced some driver problems recently, so it’s easier now. I’ll wait for others to share their thoughts but there are no big issues.

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Diaklos
Junior Member
5
05-12-2022, 01:54 AM
#7
Begin by using the GPU as recommended, then move on to upgrading the CPU.
If necessary, you can install a 9800X3D and use a BIOS update for the latest version.
AMD GPU drivers are no longer a concern; they have been reliable for quite some time.
A 9070XT or 5070 Ti will suffice for 1440P and can even handle 4K.
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Diaklos
05-12-2022, 01:54 AM #7

Begin by using the GPU as recommended, then move on to upgrading the CPU.
If necessary, you can install a 9800X3D and use a BIOS update for the latest version.
AMD GPU drivers are no longer a concern; they have been reliable for quite some time.
A 9070XT or 5070 Ti will suffice for 1440P and can even handle 4K.

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KingdomClasher
Member
216
05-12-2022, 03:55 AM
#8
Since you mentioned it, is the 5070ti really worth more than the 9070xt for the extra cost?
I only play with 1440 due to my monitor, but as discussed, I'm thinking about checking more powerful specifications. I'm not very familiar with things like FSRC vs DLSS or fake frames, and I've only used Nvidia models before, so I'm unsure what to expect. I'm a bit unsure and hesitant.
I haven't tried any of those features yet, but would it really matter if I did? Would it make a difference if I decided to look deeper?
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KingdomClasher
05-12-2022, 03:55 AM #8

Since you mentioned it, is the 5070ti really worth more than the 9070xt for the extra cost?
I only play with 1440 due to my monitor, but as discussed, I'm thinking about checking more powerful specifications. I'm not very familiar with things like FSRC vs DLSS or fake frames, and I've only used Nvidia models before, so I'm unsure what to expect. I'm a bit unsure and hesitant.
I haven't tried any of those features yet, but would it really matter if I did? Would it make a difference if I decided to look deeper?

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rjconaway
Member
57
05-12-2022, 11:04 AM
#9
If you're not using any of those features the 9070 XT is actually a little better in pure raster performance.
For the most part the cards trade blows depending on the game, and are roughly on-par with each other.
DLSS4 is still better than FSR4 (on par with DLSS3) etc if that could potentially matter to you down road.
There's no wrong answer here, it just boils down to if you think the additional cost meets your needs.
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rjconaway
05-12-2022, 11:04 AM #9

If you're not using any of those features the 9070 XT is actually a little better in pure raster performance.
For the most part the cards trade blows depending on the game, and are roughly on-par with each other.
DLSS4 is still better than FSR4 (on par with DLSS3) etc if that could potentially matter to you down road.
There's no wrong answer here, it just boils down to if you think the additional cost meets your needs.