This will create a significant bottleneck.
This will create a significant bottleneck.
You're referring to PCIe lanes and their relevance, but the context seems unrelated. It appears you're discussing technical specifications while someone else tries to explain a different topic. Clarify the focus so we can address it accurately.
Check the available games, adjust quality settings, and confirm monitor resolution and refresh rate. This will help determine if a Ryzen 5 3600 is sufficient.
Games listed include SOTTR, PUBG PC, RDR2, GTA V, R6 Seige, BFV/1, Apex Legends, MW 2019 Res: 1080p, refresh rate 75hz. Quality is medium on SOTTR and RDR2, high elsewhere. Regarding PCIe lanes, a user from another forum mentioned that fewer PCIe lanes for a 1070 will result in slower performance. An x16 configuration should be noticeably faster than an x8 setup, though the exact reasoning is unclear.
You're currently at 75Hz, which should be sufficient unless you notice significant FPS drops that aren't typical for your GPU at those settings. If you're aiming for 144Hz at 1080p, the CPU might become a bigger limiting factor since higher FPS in that resolution reveals more CPU constraints. Ultimately, if you can upgrade to a CPU with at least a Ryzen 5 2600 or 3600, consider doing so—check platforms like Craigslist or eBay. Otherwise, don't stress about it right now.