Regarding a GTX 670 FTW with 2GB of memory, the issue has been resolved.
Regarding a GTX 670 FTW with 2GB of memory, the issue has been resolved.
Hello everyone, I’m a newcomer to this forum.
I'm intending to assemble a new computer and currently possess a GTX 670 2GB FTW edition and 16BG DDR4 Corsair RGB Pro Edition RAM. I’m curious about utilizing this card temporarily within a system featuring newer components – specifically, a motherboard and processor. I have approximately $400 available for purchasing a suitable combination of these parts, considering options like an AMD Ryzen 7 1700 or 2600X with either an Intel Core i5 and a compatible motherboard. I'm unsure of the optimal choice and would appreciate insight into its performance potential. My primary games include Sea of Thieves, League of Legends, and I’d like to play some classic World of Warcraft, Diablo III, Grand Theft Auto V, Red Dead Redemption 2, PUBG, and Fortnite. Will the graphics card function effectively with these newer components without significant compromises, or will I need to reduce graphical settings considerably? Parts picker indicates compatibility, but I’m uncertain about whether it will operate realistically. I'm not entirely familiar with the concept of bottlenecking, but I believe it refers to a situation similar to this – that I plan to upgrade my graphics card in the future. Given my budget of $400 and existing 16GB DDR4 3000 RAM, what motherboard and processor would you recommend? Thank you for any assistance and feedback.
A limitation is a part that restricts the speed of information transfer between where it originates and your display. Typically, the central processing unit is powerful enough that the graphics card becomes the restriction when a user requests demanding visuals, and an Nvidia GTX 670 in these games with a DDR4-compatible processor on even a 1080p/60Hz screen will experience a restriction regarding high frame rates. However, it will manage advanced graphics settings sufficiently, but might have difficulty maintaining 60 frames per second, or it could perform adequately at 60fps with reduced detail settings.
It’s clear that you won't achieve satisfaction until your graphics card is upgraded to match the capabilities of your processor.
PCPartPicker component list:
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Cost analysis by vendor
CPU:
AMD - Ryzen 5 1400 3.2 GHz Quad-Core Processor
($134.16 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard:
ASRock - B450M PRO4 Micro ATX AM4...
A bottleneck is an element that restricts data transmission between its origin and your system. Typically, the central processing unit possesses sufficient power to cause the graphics card to become a limiting factor when demanding graphics settings are applied. Specifically, a GTX 670 would likely present a bottleneck in games demanding high frame rates using a DDR4 compatible CPU, even at 1080p/60Hz resolution. However, this limitation would primarily affect achieving high frame rates; it could adequately manage complex details but experience difficulty maintaining 60 frames per second, or perform acceptably at 60fps with reduced detail settings.
It’s clear that optimal performance will be achieved by matching a new graphics card to the processing unit's capabilities.
A limitation—often a bottleneck—restricts the rate at which data moves between your computer and its display. Frequently, the central processing unit (CPU) is powerful enough that the graphics card becomes the limiting factor when demanding games are played, particularly with a GTX 670 and a DDR4-compatible CPU on a 1080p/60Hz monitor. While capable of rendering high frame rates with maximum settings, performance will likely suffer at 60 frames per second or require reduced detail levels to achieve that target.
It’s generally undesirable to see performance hampered by a GPU not adequately matched with the CPU's capabilities.
Thank you very much for your prompt reply, Karadjgne—I’m grateful. However, please see the additional details and another inquiry:
Considering you recommended this as a parts picker for a budget of $400, is that correct?
If so, I apologize, but I neglected to mention that I don't require a power supply unit (PSU), storage devices, or a case—just a CPU and motherboard within that price range. I intend to utilize my existing solid-state drive (SSD) and a friend’s PSU, along with a suitable ATX case. I prefer to avoid Mini-ITX configurations. With the CPU and motherboard you’ve suggested, I won't be satisfied until I add a new graphics card. I am open to considering a 670 series and DDR4, but with the motherboard and CPU, I anticipate needing to play on low settings to achieve 60 frames per second (FPS) on my 60Hz monitor. I’m hoping to manage games like League of Legends and Sea of Thieves at a reasonable level, with graphics significantly reduced, but without experiencing lag or stability problems, screen tearing, or stuttering. I am only planning this as a short-term solution and am eager to begin building and playing, even if it means lowering visual quality compared to a console experience.
Here’s a list of computer components gathered using PCPartPicker:
The component costs are detailed below, broken down by retailer:
Processor:
AMD Ryzen 5 2600, with a clock speed of 3.4 GHz and six cores – ($164.99 from Amazon)
Motherboard:
MSI X470 GAMING PRO, an ATX AM4 motherboard – ($126.58 from OutletPC)
Overall Cost:
$291.57
This total encompasses shipping fees, applicable sales taxes, and any promotional discounts that were applied.
Generated on January 13, 2019 at 8:32 PM EST-0500 by PCPartPicker.