This system is highly capable.
This system is highly capable.
It seems you're checking the system's capabilities and performance potential. Let's break it down: with an Intel Core i5 5600, GTX 1050 Ti, and 8GB DDR4 RAM, you should be able to run modern games smoothly at a good frame rate. For future-proofing, consider upgrading to newer components if you plan to play newer titles or higher resolutions.
I predict 2-3 years for the newest high-med releases. Then follow up with 2 years of med-low for the latest ones. After that, performance may dip but your system should remain functional for 1-2 years before you really need a upgrade. This applies to 1080p—setting levels drop at higher resolutions. Keep in mind you should be using Windows 10, and support for Windows 7 ends in 2019.
I believe the reference is to an i5 6500 processor. If true, this setup should sustain esports titles such as CS:GO and DOTA 2 at maximum performance for a long time. Future models (about three years ahead) should also perform well. Older titles like GTA 5 and Fallout 4 will run smoothly in 1080p at 60Hz. I’ll use Watch Dogs 2 as an example of demanding games. Anything capable of handling this game will handle others effectively. At high resolutions and intense settings, it might drop to around 35 FPS when moving around casually, falling below 30 FPS during gunfights. At medium 1080p, it won’t hit 60 FPS. For demanding titles, I’d estimate the system lasting another year. Upgrading to a 1050ti to 1060 with at least 6GB should extend its lifespan to 2–3 years.
Using a decent CPU usually means you’ll likely need to upgrade the graphics card within about three years. This can help the PC perform better when playing games at higher settings.