Switching to a newer processor model
Switching to a newer processor model
You're thinking about a big upgrade. Comparing your current setup to the new components makes sense. Your I7-7700 is being replaced by an RTX 2070 Super, which should boost performance significantly. The trade-off is the cost difference between the I7-9700K and the Ryzen 3700X. Since you're weighing reliability, budget, and performance, it's smart to consider both options carefully. The 3700X should work well with the RTX 2070 Super, but make sure your motherboard supports it. Your gaming and programming needs are solid, so investing in the Ryzen 3700X might be a better long-term choice.
Your CPU performs well at 120Hz for most gaming, you might hold off on upgrading until the Ryzen 4000 comes out. The 1070 should still work, but keep an eye on the 30 series and upcoming big navis arriving later this year.
I don't think it's about being reliable. The last time I checked (2016?) my single-core Athlon XP 1700+ from like 2001 still works -- have it in a display box now. Same goes for my Athlon 64 X2 6000+, Phenom II X6 1090T, and FX-8350 that I pushed to 5.0 GHz cramming close to 1.5V into it. Before AMD released Ryzen, there was was a iffy couple years (2012 ~ 2017) where Intel just performed better than anything AMD had to offer. 'Bulldozer' and it's refresh was...not great...and could be considered a flop. Now I think it's come full circle, and the roles have switched. I mean, just in recent news, look at how the new AMD Ryzen 3 3300X compares against the Intel i5-9400F and i7-7700K. The vulnerabilities hit Intel...I wouldn't say "hard", but CPU performance took some noticeable hits from those. Both paths, i7-9700K or Ryzen, will require a new motherboard. At that point, I don't see the reason to get the i7-9700K, and the 3600X / 3700X would be the better option. As others have mentioned, if you CAN wait to see what more Ryzen 4000-series has to offer over Ryzen 3000-series, I would wait. Get the RTX 2070 Super now, and upgrade the CPU + motherboard later.
The positions didn't switch places. FX consistently performed poorly in every analysis. Intel isn't struggling much, especially with its flagship chips—though they're costly and power-hungry. Ryzen offers better value, delivering more performance for the price and nearly matching Intel's core capabilities. Still, FX failed to compete meaningfully with Intel in most areas.
Hey guys, when I mentioned the Ryzen is 100USD cheaper, I meant it’s 100USD less than the I7. Sorry if that wasn’t clear. I should’ve mentioned it. Right now someone is offering me $330 for my I7+mobo, and I think I’ll never get a price like that again. People are really excited about used PC parts thanks to Corona, which makes it a great chance to boost its value.