F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Is the upgrade worth it? 9700K to 5800x? I need SAM.

Is the upgrade worth it? 9700K to 5800x? I need SAM.

Is the upgrade worth it? 9700K to 5800x? I need SAM.

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jujuface09
Junior Member
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07-16-2020, 10:40 PM
#1
Hey, I've got your setup details. You're running a high-end gaming rig with multiple components, and you're considering switching to a Ryzen 5800X for better memory support. Based on what you've shared, it sounds like you're looking to take advantage of AMD Smart Access Memory. Just keep in mind that the Resizable bar feature works best with NVIDIA cards, so your current AMD setup might not fully utilize it. After checking various benchmarks and guides, the results seem inconsistent, which is common with mixed reviews. What do you think would work best for your needs?
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jujuface09
07-16-2020, 10:40 PM #1

Hey, I've got your setup details. You're running a high-end gaming rig with multiple components, and you're considering switching to a Ryzen 5800X for better memory support. Based on what you've shared, it sounds like you're looking to take advantage of AMD Smart Access Memory. Just keep in mind that the Resizable bar feature works best with NVIDIA cards, so your current AMD setup might not fully utilize it. After checking various benchmarks and guides, the results seem inconsistent, which is common with mixed reviews. What do you think would work best for your needs?

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GrEeNxScREeN
Junior Member
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07-20-2020, 10:21 AM
#2
Are you doing that? Investing over $600 in a platform upgrade for a performance boost that you won’t really see, unless you keep checking your frame counter and compare it to what you used to get before, doesn’t seem like the most wise use of your money. At least according to me.
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GrEeNxScREeN
07-20-2020, 10:21 AM #2

Are you doing that? Investing over $600 in a platform upgrade for a performance boost that you won’t really see, unless you keep checking your frame counter and compare it to what you used to get before, doesn’t seem like the most wise use of your money. At least according to me.

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The_D3mon
Senior Member
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07-31-2020, 11:24 AM
#3
And I believe this will stay the same for another 3 to 5 years until new optimizations or game engines are developed that can fully utilize it. If you're into quick buys to stay ahead, go for it—but all that effort would be wasted once DDR5 arrives.
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The_D3mon
07-31-2020, 11:24 AM #3

And I believe this will stay the same for another 3 to 5 years until new optimizations or game engines are developed that can fully utilize it. If you're into quick buys to stay ahead, go for it—but all that effort would be wasted once DDR5 arrives.

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LEOVIE13
Member
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08-02-2020, 03:13 AM
#4
In this setting, I understand what @Mateyyy meant.
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LEOVIE13
08-02-2020, 03:13 AM #4

In this setting, I understand what @Mateyyy meant.