Upgrade from I7 3770 to Ryzen 7 2700
Upgrade from I7 3770 to Ryzen 7 2700
Hello. I'm checking if upgrading from an i7 3770 to a Ryzen 7 2700 makes sense. I already have it, but I need to spend on 16GB DDR4 RAM and a new motherboard. Is it worth it to add the RAM+motherboard just for the Ryzen 7 2700? The GPU is GTX 1660 and the PSU is Corsair TX750M.
Noted, you already have it. A B450 Tomohawk with 16GB DDR4 3200 should be solid. Looks like it’s a good investment.
It's a significant improvement; with the CPU already in place, you can really push it to its limits.
It could be passive if you meet a few conditions. First, ensure you have fast RAM and a slightly overclocked CPU. Second, newer AAA games typically require more than four cores; with a DDR3200 and 4.1GHz processor, expect roughly a 40% boost for single-core apps, and additional cores for more demanding titles. The system also integrates well with your existing GPU and power supply. For regular use, the upgrade is likely worth the $200–$250 investment mainly for improved performance and experience.
Are you solely focused on gaming? Could you handle any other tasks that require more CPU processing?