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No, the configuration isn't causing any delays.

No, the configuration isn't causing any delays.

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RG48
Posting Freak
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03-25-2016, 05:42 PM
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I'm working with a Del OptiPlex 7010 board. I've been using a 1050 for two years and recently upgraded to a GTX 1660 SUPER. I'm noticing only modest performance gains. Previously, I played at 1600x900 in mid-high settings, now it's 1080p in high-ultra but similar results. Temperatures are stable, CPU stays around 69°C during games, and the GPU consistently stays below 70°C. My setup includes a Core i5-3550 with 16GB DDR3, GTX 1660 SUPER, and a 500GB SSD with a 7200RPM HDD. The bottleneck calculator says I'm about 32% limited, but I'm unsure if that's accurate. Would upgrading to a Core i7-3770 help, or should I consider getting a Ryzen motherboard instead? Thanks!
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RG48
03-25-2016, 05:42 PM #1

I'm working with a Del OptiPlex 7010 board. I've been using a 1050 for two years and recently upgraded to a GTX 1660 SUPER. I'm noticing only modest performance gains. Previously, I played at 1600x900 in mid-high settings, now it's 1080p in high-ultra but similar results. Temperatures are stable, CPU stays around 69°C during games, and the GPU consistently stays below 70°C. My setup includes a Core i5-3550 with 16GB DDR3, GTX 1660 SUPER, and a 500GB SSD with a 7200RPM HDD. The bottleneck calculator says I'm about 32% limited, but I'm unsure if that's accurate. Would upgrading to a Core i7-3770 help, or should I consider getting a Ryzen motherboard instead? Thanks!

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SLOgamingLP
Member
220
03-27-2016, 09:02 PM
#2
I lean toward agreeing. The 3550 runs much slower than a Ryzen 3 1200 and feels outdated compared to today’s standards. I doubt many AAA titles will even run properly.
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SLOgamingLP
03-27-2016, 09:02 PM #2

I lean toward agreeing. The 3550 runs much slower than a Ryzen 3 1200 and feels outdated compared to today’s standards. I doubt many AAA titles will even run properly.

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89
03-28-2016, 03:05 AM
#3
Absolutely, in games the performance is mainly driven by the CPU. Upgrading to an SSD will be my next step.
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MinecraftMegan
03-28-2016, 03:05 AM #3

Absolutely, in games the performance is mainly driven by the CPU. Upgrading to an SSD will be my next step.

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ByrRoZz
Member
175
03-28-2016, 10:13 AM
#4
It depends on how much you can spend. A 3770 offers great performance, but it won’t help much longer. Upgrading to a new AMD board later would give more options, though it would cost more and wouldn’t significantly boost your GTX 1660 Super.
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ByrRoZz
03-28-2016, 10:13 AM #4

It depends on how much you can spend. A 3770 offers great performance, but it won’t help much longer. Upgrading to a new AMD board later would give more options, though it would cost more and wouldn’t significantly boost your GTX 1660 Super.

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sanji21
Junior Member
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04-03-2016, 02:41 PM
#5
yea that cpu is getting old, so i wouldnt be surprised to see recent titles struggling to run well on it depends on your budget and pricing of the 3770 (or 4770/4790 maybe??) at where you're from also, welcome to the forums! remember to quote (with the arrow below the post) or mention ( @5x5 @BlueScope819 ) so people will see your reply edit: diff platform, i forgot @-@
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sanji21
04-03-2016, 02:41 PM #5

yea that cpu is getting old, so i wouldnt be surprised to see recent titles struggling to run well on it depends on your budget and pricing of the 3770 (or 4770/4790 maybe??) at where you're from also, welcome to the forums! remember to quote (with the arrow below the post) or mention ( @5x5 @BlueScope819 ) so people will see your reply edit: diff platform, i forgot @-@

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cmart592
Member
203
04-03-2016, 06:43 PM
#6
It varies by game; for optimal performance most games need at least 8 threads, though a GPU with 4 cores or 4 threads works well for many titles.
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cmart592
04-03-2016, 06:43 PM #6

It varies by game; for optimal performance most games need at least 8 threads, though a GPU with 4 cores or 4 threads works well for many titles.

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KawiianMili
Posting Freak
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04-04-2016, 11:23 AM
#7
Platform variation. 3XXX uses LGA 1155, 4XXX uses LGA 1150.
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KawiianMili
04-04-2016, 11:23 AM #7

Platform variation. 3XXX uses LGA 1155, 4XXX uses LGA 1150.

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TurcGod
Junior Member
5
04-05-2016, 03:06 AM
#8
Plan accordingly and stay updated.
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TurcGod
04-05-2016, 03:06 AM #8

Plan accordingly and stay updated.

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220
04-06-2016, 09:14 PM
#9
Ah, I missed that it's quite old, huh?
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itza_red_panda
04-06-2016, 09:14 PM #9

Ah, I missed that it's quite old, huh?

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XCOOLGUY5000
Member
51
04-06-2016, 10:30 PM
#10
I plan to check out the Ryzen next, thanks everyone! I watched the video Linus made about an i7 3770 in an Optiplex. Now I just have to locate a solid motherboard, CPU, and RAM. I already have the case and PSU. The @Moonzy i7 3770 costs $100 in Mexico.
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XCOOLGUY5000
04-06-2016, 10:30 PM #10

I plan to check out the Ryzen next, thanks everyone! I watched the video Linus made about an i7 3770 in an Optiplex. Now I just have to locate a solid motherboard, CPU, and RAM. I already have the case and PSU. The @Moonzy i7 3770 costs $100 in Mexico.

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