Should I construct a new computer?
Should I construct a new computer?
I’m considering whether to upgrade my PC or pass on my current setup to my wife. Both of us use Windows 10, but its support is ending soon. I’m thinking about starting fresh with a new build and transferring my existing configuration to her, which she can run on Windows 11 since her machine won’t support it anymore.
My wife’s system:
- i7-8700k
- MSI Z370 Gaming M5 motherboard
- 32GB Corsair Vengeance DDR4 3466
- Samsung 960 Evo SSD 250GB x2
- Corsair RM850X power supply
- Corsair 4000X case
- Windows 10 Pro
- RX580 8GB
- 32" 60Hz monitor
She mainly plays games like Civilization and similar titles, plus web browsing.
My current build:
- i7 12700k
- MSI MPG Z690 motherboard
- 2TB Samsung 970 SSD
- EVGA 3080 12GB
- Corsair Dominator DDR5 5600 CL36
- Corsair HX1000 power supply
- MSI MAG 240R AIO
- Corsair HX1000 case with RGB fans, 3 non-RGB, 2x LG 27” 240Hz monitors
- Works at 1440p
My usage mainly includes gaming, streaming, browsing, and occasionally Adobe software. I also handle sign master work with vinyl plotting.
My suggested new build:
- Ryzen 7 9800X3D
- ASRock X870E Taichi
- 64GB Gskill Trident Z5
- Corsair 5000x case
- EVGA Supernova 1200 PSU
- WD Black 2TB SN850X
- Arctic Liquid Freezer III 360 AIO
- Windows 11 Pro
- 7 asiahorse RGB fans
I plan to keep her existing 3080 12GB until the next generation cards become obsolete, or I’ll wait for new AMD releases. Since I’ll be reusing that GPU, I might opt for a RTX 3060 or similar for her, given her lower graphics needs.
There’s also the possibility of not building a new PC and instead paying Microsoft $30 per year to keep Windows 10 supported for another year.
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Actually, support for Windows 10 seems to last until the end of this month. That gives me about a month and a half from now to consider an upgrade or rebuild. So roughly, it would be around 11 months ahead.
Personally, I think you should stick with what you have, keep saving, and then decide when you're ready to make the change after gathering more suggestions or opinions on your choice.
Unless I am missing something here...
Windows 10 is supported into October of this year. Lack of support isn't really going to be a huge concern for at least a couple of months, and even then can be sidelined with the use of aftermarket products. Also, BOTH of these systems are W11 ready.
It REALLY isn't a big deal. (W11 I mean)
The wife's PC with an i7-8700k isn't working well with Windows 11.
This link provides information on Windows 11 compatibility with Intel processors.
I have made the necessary updates to the drivers, bios, and other settings, but the system still prevents upgrading to Windows 11, leaving me uncertain about how to proceed.
You might need to turn on some BIOS options to activate the required security features. Doing this could render the existing Windows setup inoperable, meaning a complete reinstall would be necessary.
The provided links discuss configuring TPM settings on MSI motherboards for Windows 11.
The reason for upgrading to a new PC has just been completely dismissed, so how will Tolls convince his good lady that it's now essential?