It's uncertain if the i7-4790K at 4.6 GHz will keep up with 1080p at 165Hz in the distant future.
It's uncertain if the i7-4790K at 4.6 GHz will keep up with 1080p at 165Hz in the distant future.
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That's exactly what I feared, your explanation made it clear. Running other tasks would slightly reduce CPU usage and limit the processing power available for games, even with the eight cores providing some breathing room. I was unsure if the 1.4k upgrade was worth it, but you're right—it doesn't seem necessary. You're also correct that the i7-4790K is more than capable; it's surprising how long this chip has been working hard. I used to be an AMD enthusiast, but honestly, I didn't realize how much I relied on it. Thank you for the tips—I really appreciate your help.
3.33ghz OC atm, works well with 4.2+ when I'm in the mood, proof that for gaming you don't have to stress too much about the CPU. Generally I play most games at 60fps on full settings, with the top benchmark being Wolfenstein 2 at 1080p. Perhaps for 1440p and above a more powerful processor would help, but I wouldn't be sure.