The part that could boost your FPS is the graphics card.
The part that could boost your FPS is the graphics card.
After checking further, the single-channel RAM is the main issue. Some setups use a 1050 2GB with dual channels (same capacity but doubled bandwidth) and still perform better than mine. Another example upgraded from 960 to an RX 580 with 8GB RAM achieved only slight gains, while my single-channel setup is lagging. For anyone experiencing similar problems, I’ve seen others with similar specs struggle more. My system includes an I5-7500 GTX 960, 2GB DDR4 at 2666 MHz (Kingston Savage), WD Blue 1TB drive, and Optane memory. I know the 2GB VRAM is a bottleneck and 8GB isn’t enough these days. I’ve attached screenshots showing CPU, GPU, and RAM usage, focusing mainly on the game and MSI Afterburner. My FPS drops noticeably when using medium settings with DX12 disabled or auto, and lowering settings only makes a small difference. Thanks for your help!
Your current setup looks fairly well-rounded. However, your graphics card could use an upgrade. I’d recommend starting with a 1070 first. Beyond that, your RAM should perform adequately unless you run demanding background tasks. Your CPU is acceptable. Looking at the graphics card next, I’d think about purchasing another identical RAM module and enabling dual-channel for performance gains. Finally, upgrading to an i7 7700 or 7700k would be a solid move.
Adding another 1x8GB memory stick would be beneficial. My system RAM usage is around 11-12GB during BFV at 1440p Ultra. I’m not sure how it performs at 1080p, but it probably hits the limits of 8GB. Missing dual-channel will also affect performance. A 1x8GB stick should cost about $75 and could work. Upgrading to a new GPU would help too. As you know, the 2GB VRAM is limiting your experience, and the afterburner shows roughly 1.9GB being used. I’d recommend at least a 1060 6GB for smooth 1080p/Ultra gameplay with stable frames. A new 1060 6GB would cost $280–$300, but you might find a used one on Craigslist for around $200. Spoiler: https://www.game-debate.com/news/25714/b...benchmarks. The i5 7500 will also be a bottleneck. At 1080p medium/low, your CPU usage hits about 85%. Battlefield V is very demanding on the CPU, so even with better RAM and GPU, you’ll likely be limited by your processor. If you decide to upgrade the CPU, you might need a new motherboard as well. Depending on your current cooler, you may also need to replace it. As performance details accumulate, expect improvements once the game is fully released and through updates, along with Nvidia driver upgrades. For now, lower the settings, turn off AA, and disable features like Dynamic Super Resolution (DSR) in the Nvidia control panel.
Thanks for the feedback. I was looking for GPU prices and discovered a mispriced RX 580 for $300. It hasn’t fallen from $500 in Mexico lately, though Amazon Mexico occasionally drops prices without reason, so I grabbed it. Next, I’ll check RAM options—only two are available here: an Adata 1x8 stick and a Corsair 2x4 kit. I still have three slots left on my motherboard, and both cost nearly the same. Which would be the better choice? My current RAM and these two options perform similarly.
Standard prices for RX580 models range from about USD $230 to $300. It looks like Mexico may offer lower costs on computer components or graphics cards, but a RX580 still provides solid performance. It should match the GTX 1060 6GB in capability. I’d suggest checking Amazon Mexico listings; they’re starting around 1850 pesos ($95 USD) for an 8GB DDR4 stick at 2666MHz.
Absolutely challenging, but the main factors are Intel CPUs and certain monitor manufacturers since they appear to be focused here. I hope I can get the 1x8 Adata model once the GPU issue is resolved. Appreciate your assistance!