Seeking improvements but unsure about the details and timing.
Seeking improvements but unsure about the details and timing.
Running on an i7 4790k with 16GB DDR3 and a GTX 1080, it’s not extremely slow but starting to feel outdated. My CPU is becoming a bottleneck, so upgrading soon could become expensive. I’m considering a $700 investment—rough estimate, not fixed. I play demanding games like BeamNGDRAW (because it’s CPU-intensive), CS:GO, and many AAA titles that also need more RAM and a better motherboard. What advice do you have?
Uncertain about the configuration you're using; verify if it supports the air cooler height. Parts list appears to match your components. CPU and cooler details are correct. Motherboard, memory, and total cost are all noted. All prices reflect current listings with applicable fees.
Your Corsair Carbide case is a full ATX model, and you're considering upgrading to a H100i AIO cooler. It's unlikely they'll support newer chip sets, so you may need to switch coolers accordingly.
H100i doesn’t accept AM4 connectors, which means it won’t fit AMD processors. The carbide build offers solid thermal performance, keeping things cool even for an 8-core processor. The 3700X handles heat well and offers better value compared to the 9700K. Performance-wise, it’s similar in percentage terms. You’re safe with either option, but the 3700X supports more threads (16) versus the 9900K’s Hyperthreading capabilities if that matters for your workload.
it has reached 4.8ghz now but is stable around 4.6ghz, beginning to lag under heavy loads in beam ng drive. it feels very demanding on the processor, especially with more spawned entities, and it slows down noticeably. people are playing with over ten cars without problems, but i can only manage four at once. the large menus are also becoming sluggish due to many customization options. i’d like to stream again and want better video rendering performance.
PCPartPicker list shows various components with their respective costs. The AMD Ryzen 7 3800X is priced at $369.89, while the CPU cooler from Cooler Master Hyper 212 comes in at $38.99. The motherboard options include Gigabyte X570 AORUS ELITE ATX AM4 for $189.69 and a G.Skill Ripjaws V memory pack for $84.99. Prices on Amazon include shipping, taxes, and discounts, bringing the total to $723.56 before rebates. Mail-in rebates reduce this by $40, resulting in a final amount of $683.56.
The 3rd generation Ryzen 7s are generally 120W CPUs, so they don’t require large coolers. The H100i and its variants support AM4, whereas the H100i Pro and V2 do not. You may need to verify your bracket compatibility. The 3800X is essentially a variant of the 3700X, with price hikes not justifying the performance gain for multi-core tasks. BeamNG cars typically run on a single core, so focusing on single-core speed makes sense. Intel 9700K isn’t recommended due to multithreading limitations and rendering needs; 9900K is in a higher price range. The board has been upgraded for better upgrade paths and improved rear I/O connections, though the X570’s rear ports still feel limited at around $80.
PCPartPicker lists component details for various items. The AMD Ryzen 9 3900X is priced at $499.99 and comes with a cooler from ARCTIC LIQUID. The motherboard options include Gigabyte X570 AORUS ELITE ATX AM4 for $189.69. Memory selections feature G.Skill Trident Z RGB 32 GB DDR4-3600 at $169.99, and new prices on Newegg total $996.55 after rebates. Mail-in rebates reduce the final cost to $956.55. The PSU recommendation depends on your current unit; if you need a rear I/O with a C connector, consider the ATX Aorus Pro board.