Suggestions for improvement include enhancing performance, refining features, and optimizing user experience.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Suggestions for improvement include enhancing performance, refining features, and optimizing user experience.

starlow88
Junior Member

02-07-2019, 10:00 PM

I have a setup with these components: CPU i5 8600K, GPU 1050 Ti, MSI B360 PRO VDH, RAM Gskill Aegis 2x4GB at 2400MHz, SilentumPC vero v2 500W, 120GB SSD, 1TB HDD, a budget case, and plans to upgrade to a Z370i gaming PC for resale. An ITX case will let me retain my current build later. I also intend to install an amplifier matching the 2070 Super specs. Is this approach sensible or should I focus on other upgrades?

starlow88

02-07-2019, 10:00 PM #1

Toggirus
Junior Member

02-07-2019, 10:18 PM

I upgraded the CPU and motherboard first, especially the PSU—though I’m not familiar with that brand. RAM might need a boost, but it’s probably fine to begin. Your GPU plan looks solid.

Toggirus

02-07-2019, 10:18 PM #2

I upgraded the CPU and motherboard first, especially the PSU—though I’m not familiar with that brand. RAM might need a boost, but it’s probably fine to begin. Your GPU plan looks solid.

MinwoodX2
Member

02-20-2019, 01:18 AM

For gaming performance, I focus on securing 16GB of RAM and a more powerful GPU. Upgrading to an ampere setup seems worthwhile. An ITX might not offer the best value, but it could work if you prefer its compact design.

MinwoodX2

02-20-2019, 01:18 AM #3

FlatTire2003
Junior Member

03-05-2019, 05:07 PM

The 8600K performs similarly to the 3600, and the Tomahawk Max isn't an ITX model.

FlatTire2003

03-05-2019, 05:07 PM #4

The 8600K performs similarly to the 3600, and the Tomahawk Max isn't an ITX model.

The_Fl3x_LP
Member

03-05-2019, 07:11 PM

Absolutely, you're correct. The 8600K is certainly acceptable.

The_Fl3x_LP

03-05-2019, 07:11 PM #5

Absolutely, you're correct. The 8600K is certainly acceptable.

KIRO_HD
Member

216

03-05-2019, 11:38 PM

The number 3600 is higher than 8700, but I don't understand your point.

KIRO_HD

03-05-2019, 11:38 PM #6

The number 3600 is higher than 8700, but I don't understand your point.

daned33
Junior Member

03-06-2019, 12:34 AM

daned33

03-06-2019, 12:34 AM #7

puppylove_75
Member

03-06-2019, 01:19 PM

The 3600 works well, but the biggest issue is the 1050Ti. Investing more in a CPU isn't wise if your GPU is limiting performance.

puppylove_75

03-06-2019, 01:19 PM #8

The 3600 works well, but the biggest issue is the 1050Ti. Investing more in a CPU isn't wise if your GPU is limiting performance.

privy223
Member

115

03-09-2019, 12:29 AM

I didn't claim anything, I highlighted that the 8600K falls within the same category as a 3500.

privy223

03-09-2019, 12:29 AM #9

I didn't claim anything, I highlighted that the 8600K falls within the same category as a 3500.

bradso90
Junior Member

03-15-2019, 08:37 PM

#10

Keep it simple and switch to a new GPU. You won't see big improvements in games with just a CPU boost, especially on older hardware like a 1050 Ti or a 2070 Super. Upgrade only when you're doing non-gaming work, otherwise it's a huge waste of time.

bradso90

03-15-2019, 08:37 PM #10