Should I replace my GPU or consider other upgrades?
Should I replace my GPU or consider other upgrades?
I recall changing from DDR3 to DDR4 and it was amazing. Now I’m considering whether to upgrade my GPU from a 2080Ti to something like a 4070Ti. Or maybe switch everything to DDR5 except the GPU. I’m not sure which option will give me better performance. I play many games and do video editing, so this is important. My current setup is a 10900k CPU, 32GB RAM with a 2080Ti from Gigabyte Z490 Aorus Elite AC. *I was thinking about getting a 12900k CPU with a motherboard, DDR5 RAM, and keeping the 2080Ti or just upgrading the GPU. I’m trying to decide how to upgrade my PC.*
This processor remains quite strong, so I’d consider upgrading the graphics card next.
You can maintain the DDR4 setup and move to a 12th or 14th generation Intel processor, along with a GPU. There are excellent opportunities to purchase a 12th generation board at a discount. Consider giving away your existing motherboard and CPU to help reduce expenses.
Your device claims compatibility with up to the 11th generation, so it could still be valuable.
You may achieve only a 15% improvement in video editing speed by increasing the input resolution from 10900K to 12900K. The choice of NLE software will depend on your needs; if gaming is important and you're switching platforms, consider 7800X3D, 7950X3D, or wait for Ryzen 9xxx updates.
Trouble is both your system and GPU are still pretty powerfull.
One option is to wait. Maybe the next gen Intels will be a better upgrade.
For example, a 14700K would be a good CPU, or one of the AMD X3D models for gaming. But both would be expensive upgrades.
Your hardware isn't bad enough or old enough.
As for the 4070 Ti Super, that would be a hell of a GPU. But at the same time, we are expecting amazing new GPUs from nvidia by next Easter, and some probably very good Intel Battlemage GPUs as well.
For the price of the 4070 Ti Super today, you will certainly be able to buy something better.
Some will say that is always true, but a) the 50XX nvidias are expected to deliver a major increase in performance, and b) your 2080 Ti is not outdated and so you don't need an upgrade today.
Ultimately, it's not about value for money but about having the right kind of equipment. So if you want, there is a possible new PC to build or the 4070 Ti Super upgrade.
Which ould you most like to do? Buy now or wait for better choices?
Here is one possible choice:
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
Intel Core i7-14700K 3.4 GHz 20-Core Processor
($381.76 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler:
Thermalright Phantom Spirit EVO 69 CFM CPU Cooler
Motherboard:
ASRock Z690 Extreme ATX LGA1700 Motherboard
($129.99 @ Newegg)
optional Storage:
TEAMGROUP MP44L 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
($114.99 @ Newegg)
optional Video Card:
Gigabyte WINDFORCE OC GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER 16 GB Video Card
($799.99 @ Newegg)
optional Case:
Fractal Design Meshify 2 RGB ATX Mid Tower Case
($184.98 @ Newegg)
optional Power Supply:
SeaSonic VERTEX GX-1000 1000 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($164.99 @ Newegg)
Total:
$1776.70 + ~$50 for the CPU cooler
Total w/o all optional stuff:
$511.75 + ~$50 for the CPU cooler
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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2024-06-05 18:37 EDT-0400
- note the motherboard probably needs to be flashed before it can work with a 13/14th gen CPU
- the GPU is for reference and power usage calculation mostly
- i don't know if you need/want a case or extra NVMe, so i included them as optional
- the board is DDR4, so you can keep your old RAM
You have the opportunity to upgrade your existing motherboard to an i9-11900K. This upgrade might only provide a modest improvement, around 10%, and may not justify the cost. You could see better performance if you push the overclocking limits.
Check your current case and CPU cooler specifications. Enhanced cooling might be necessary for successful overclocking. However, achieving a substantial gain will likely require replacing the motherboard itself.
Try this basic test:
Play your games while reducing resolution and graphical effects. This can slightly strain the graphics card.
An increase in FPS suggests your CPU is capable of handling a more demanding graphics setup.
If your FPS remains unchanged, it points to CPU limitations rather than GPU constraints.
Games that require quick reflexes may gain from a more powerful graphics card.
Also, identify your PSU make/model.
Games focused on CPU performance, such as Sims, benefit from improved single-thread efficiency.
Switching motherboards will be necessary for the best results. Intel’s current generation supports DDR4 RAM, and there’s little to no noticeable improvement with DDR5.
The i9-12900K would offer a solid upgrade in both rendering tasks and gaming.
The cost might be reasonable compared to other models like 13900k, 14900k, or 14900K.