pc performance is not meeting the expected standards.
pc performance is not meeting the expected standards.
don't understand the expectations from userbenchmark, but i wouldn't anticipate strong performance for current modern apps or even close to modern gaming situations.
this setup would have been a decent system even when these parts were first released, at most.
today it would be seen as quite low quality for any use beyond simple media playback.
could you share the exact performance numbers with the games or applications you're running, including settings, resolution, and FPS?
performance has been okay for mid-level gaming until recently. I used to be able to play all the games I wanted, but now newer titles are becoming tougher. With a limited budget these days, I’m trying to find small upgrades that could extend my experience for another two years at medium graphics. I really want to enjoy Hogwarts Legacy, but my budget is around 300. Would upgrading to something like an 1660 Super fix my current issues until I can afford a new PC? Also, is my CPU still adequate for this setup? Thank you for your response.
the i7-7700K lacks sufficient frames for any current GPU to deliver strong performance, making the upgrade of a modern GPU irrelevant for gaming purposes.
the GTX 1050 Ti was around mid-range quality at launch, so it wouldn’t provide adequate performance in today’s games.
even with a better motherboard and CPU, this card would significantly limit gameplay speed.
the available hard disk drives also fall short in read/write speed, hindering optimal performance for modern titles.
it’s important to define the exact games and settings you wish to use, along with desired resolution and frame rate.
remember that future releases must meet their minimum specifications to enjoy them.
this CPU limits the number of frames it can send to any GPU, regardless of type.
if the quantity isn't what you need, it doesn't matter which GPU you use—it won't reach the expected high frame rates with high settings.
this is due to the constraints of the GTX 1550 Ti.
even with a stronger CPU, the GPU will only operate at a low level, delivering minimal FPS in newer titles with medium settings.
unless Hogwarts Legacy is an older title that runs smoothly without modern upgrades, this configuration won't handle it well.
you might also need to be aware that some games may exaggerate their performance for marketing purposes.
performance outcomes can be difficult to gauge accurately.
YouTube viewers often prioritize views over accuracy, so results might be skewed to attract attention.
other websites behave similarly.
what games are you planning to play, and what settings do you expect?
I’m just trying to play these new triple A games in 1080p at low to medium settings with 60fps. It’s almost possible, except I’m hoping this will actually help with frame rate and the visuals look better now. Recently, I haven’t been able to enjoy games as much, like if I bought God of War now. In my opinion, it wouldn’t be the best experience. God of War suggests an i5 6600K and GTX 1060, but I’m not the smartest here. Thanks for the help!
with standard 1080p and medium configurations, an 8700K paired with GTX 1660 should manage it smoothly.
i experienced stable performance at around 60fps on a lower-end setup (i7-8700K / 1080 Ti) using a blend of medium and ultra settings.
any noticeable graphical issues or image inconsistencies would indicate the need for a more powerful graphics card.