Seeking genuine improvement suggestions
Seeking genuine improvement suggestions
Hey everyone, for gaming I’m thinking about improving my setup: CPU is Intel I7-8700K, motherboard is ROG Strix Z370-H, GPU is Gigabyte Aorus Master RTX 3080 Gen1. RAM options are 2x DDR4 F4-4133C19-8GTZR and 2x DDR4 G.Skill F4-3000C15-8GRBB. I’m wondering if I should upgrade to DDR5 RAM or keep with DDR4 and swap the F4-3000C chips. Any suggestions for a good package? My budget is around 1000 EUR (about 1040 USD).
Before I suggest anything, do you have this build set up for gaming, streaming, rendering, or productivity? Is optimizing your CPU important to you? What features or tools are essential on the motherboard? I'm asking because it determines whether you wait for a 13400 or go all-in on a 13600K at that price point. At this cost, adding DDR5 RAM is definitely achievable, which is something you can address.
Hey @NaClKnight, thanks for the reply! I’m mainly focused on gaming, though I do work with multiple virtual machines occasionally. For me, OC isn’t a priority. I still run my 8700K stock—knowing it’s not ideal—but I’m planning to upgrade to 4 slots (Gen4 would be awesome) and having more space would be helpful. A fast LAN or Wi-Fi setup would also be nice.
I own a Lian-LI PC011 and use a Corsair H150I AIO PSU paired with a Seasonic Focus Gold GX 850W Full Modular. My storage setup includes ADATA SX8200NP and a WDS500G3XHC-00SJ along with several mechanical HDDs, all of which remain disconnected since I prefer quieter operation. I intend to purchase either the 2TB version of the 980 Pro or the SN850X, though the significant price reduction on the 4TB model in Portugal is making me hesitant before committing. This isn't covered within my 1000€ budget.
Here’s a revised version of your text:
The recommended PC parts list can be found here: https://pt.pcpartpicker.com/list/d22j78
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, 3.4 GHz, 8-core processor (€379.90 at PCDIGA)
Motherboard: Asus ROG STRIX B550-A GAMING ATX AM4 (€159.90 at PCDIGA)
Memory: TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta RGB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB), DDR4-3200 CL16 (€67.07 at PC Componentes)
Memory: TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta RGB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB), DDR4-3200 CL16 (€67.07 at PC Componentes)
Total cost: €673.94
Prices include shipping, taxes, and any available discounts.
This information was generated by PCPartPicker on 2022-11-25 11:34.
Changing RAM is important; you can still select a different model that suits your preferences. DDR4 remains a solid choice, and you might consider waiting at least two years if you plan to upgrade to DDR5. You still have roughly €300 left to customize your setup as desired.
Interesting perspective on AMD—actually, I didn’t include AMD in the comparison list. Is the 5800X3D a better choice than the 13600K? The extra 300€ provides the flexibility I need to opt for the SN850X 4TB without overspending too much. Thanks for taking the time to help me, Omar!
I wouldn’t suggest the 5800x3d myself. The 13600k performs better. If you’re considering AMD, I’d allocate the extra budget to the Ryzen 7000 series. That would provide a solid upgrade route. Even on AM4 platforms, the 5900x remains a more attractive choice compared to the 5800x3d. Prices in the US have been more favorable recently for the 5900x. While the 5800x3d offers some gaming advantages over the 5900x in certain titles, those gains are minimal when you factor in reduced core count and overall performance shortcomings outside of gaming. In reality, most processors from the same line deliver comparable gaming experiences at 1440p. We often overlook that CPU benchmarks for gaming are typically measured at 1080p using a 4090 chip to inflate results.