Would you like to improve?
Would you like to improve?
Hi, I'm using an i7-7700 non-k and planning to upgrade both the motherboard and components. I'm playing at 1440p and want to improve my older parts. The budget is about $500.
In 2004, 600W was sufficient, perhaps. For your RX 6800XT, you'll need around 750W to maintain its performance. Upgrading to a gaming PC means aiming for an 850W system. That leaves you with a reduction of about $120 from your original $500 budget. Replacing the motherboard isn't really an upgrade—it's more like swapping out components inside the motherboard or the case. You'll also need to consider replacing the power supply unit, as an upgrade often involves changing parts of the motherboard or case.
I would also like to receive a 1k unit if purchasing in 2023.
If I were you, I would sell the entire machine and start anew.
You can't fit a Socket 1700 CPU into a Socket 1151 MB, but I'd love to watch the video of you attempting it. 😆
Safe to assume it is a US product.
The 6800XT remains suitable for 1440p at the moment, though you’ll notice a stronger desire for higher resolution as it leans more GPU-dependent. Most improvements here will be seen in frame time consistency, particularly at lower frame rates.
AM5:
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 5 7600 3.8 GHz 6-Core Processor
($214.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
MSI PRO B650M-P Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard
($119.99 @ Amazon)
Memory:
G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($99.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply:
Corsair RM850e (2023) 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($119.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $554.96
Includes shipping, taxes, and available discounts
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2023-08-29 01:35 EDT-0400
AM5:
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core Processor
($178.00 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
ASRock B760M PG Riptide Micro ATX LGA1700 Motherboard
($129.99 @ Newegg)
Memory:
Patriot Viper Venom 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6400 CL32 Memory
($91.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply:
Corsair RM850e (2023) 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($119.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $519.97
Includes shipping, taxes, and discounts where applicable
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2023-08-29 01:38 EDT-0400
AM5:
CPU:
Intel Core i5-13600KF 3.5 GHz 14-Core Processor
($285.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B660M AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 Micro ATX LGA1700 Motherboard
($109.99 @ Newegg)
Memory:
Silicon Power GAMING 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory
($48.97 @ Amazon)
Power Supply:
Corsair RM850e (2023) 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($119.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $564.94
Includes shipping, taxes, and discounts where applicable
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2023-08-29 01:36 EDT-0400
Haha. Keep in mind if you read it again, the op might be able to squeeze a 13400 and a board.
I’m not sure where the op comes from, but if it’s from the USA, check if there’s a microcenter nearby.
For instance, I was browsing their site and could find an i5 13400 with a b760 microboard and four RAM slots for around 294 before tax.
After taxes, that should leave roughly $150 for a power supply, which should cover at least a decent 850-watt Corsair unit.
If budget matters, you could slightly reduce the board and save a bit there, or they had the i5 12400 for $159 compared to the $199 for the 13400.
You should consider almost everything fresh—purchase a new motherboard, power supply, CPU, and cooling solution. Of course, check compatibility with your existing case; otherwise, you might need to buy a new PC case too. That’s what I did when upgrading from a 2600k to a 10600k. Agreed on the suggestions others shared. Opt for a 13th generation model.