what do you think what is better in games.good GPU OR CPU
what do you think what is better in games.good GPU OR CPU
CPU all the way, people. A good GPU helps with graphics, but if your CPU is slow, you're really struggling. At least the game runs without freezing. If the GPU isn't up to the task, you can lower the graphics settings. Sure, the visuals won’t be top-notch, but it should still work fine. If the CPU is the issue, you’ll see stuttering and low frame rates—eventually it’s over. Nothing can fix that. Also, consider this: the CPU choice matters a lot. Upgrading it can be tough, especially if it doesn’t fit your system and you end up swapping the whole setup. I’d rather have a powerful CPU with an integrated GPU than a mediocre mid-range CPU paired with a 3090. That’s what someone who’s faced this problem knows.
i3 isn't in the mid-range category, though I believe it could handle 4K at around 30-40 frames per second—probably a guess. You might save some animations and still get good results. 3600 is considered mid-range, and I think it would easily support 4K at 60fps with ray tracing. EDIT: i3 actually works fine.
I want to run it at 60fps, and if the CPU is the problem, there's basically no way for me to do that. When the GPU is the problem, I can turn the settings all the way down and play at 720p, I don't care as much about that. But then at least I get an acceptable fps.
I see your point, but it covers two ends of the spectrum. If you're planning to spend around 1.5k on a GPU, choosing between the CPU options means deciding whether to invest 300 quid in a 400 or if either will work just fine.
Fair enough. Still, I’d prefer a stronger CPU and a slightly less powerful graphics card to ensure everything runs smoothly now and in the future. Having an i7 and a 2060 would be better than an i3 and a 2080. I’m not sure about the exact prices, but generally I tend to prioritize a better CPU over the absolute best graphics.
I believe those extremes you mentioned are still a bit too broad. With the capabilities of modern components, I doubt we’ll need to tweak settings just to hit over 60fps on either a 2060 i3 or an i7 2080. For gaming, I still suggest going with the i3. The video I shared earlier shows an i3 paired with a 3080 performing much better than an i9 with a 2080s (though I’m not sure if that’s valid for everyone to verify).
It wouldn't take long to change the motherboard and processor once you understand where all the connections are. With an i3, you can always move to a higher-end i7 or i9 from the same line so upgrades become simple—memory slots won<|pad|> can be replaced without needing a new board. I'm not sure what I'd use the CPU for besides gaming, so that's definitely my preference (though it wasn't what I chose last time). I should note I'm not targeting very high refresh rates like 240fps; I just mentioned this to suggest some future CPU improvements in another thread.