- Jul 15, 2024
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Hi All! I bought a canned gaming computer around 2020 and am considering upgrading some parts. I currently have a 29% processor bottleneck, but am looking to the community to help me with identifying what are need to haves versus nice to haves versus no need. As this will be probably be my first time upgrading parts, I just don't want it to be total overkill and basically an all new build - tell me if it is . After researching, it appears I can upgrade the processor within the same socket up to a 10% bottleneck reduction, or upgrade both the processor and motherboard now, and likely the GPU later if needed. Please let me know if there are other considerations I'm not taking into account (power supply upgrades, cooling, etc.).
Current System Specs:
Budget Range: also flexible, a few hundred if upgrading processor within same socket, ~1000-1500 combined if I also have to replace the motherboard.
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming - in anticipation for future game releases that may be graphically intense, maybe a bit of future proofing.
Are you buying a monitor: No
Parts to Upgrade: (e.g.: CPU, mobo, RAM): At minimum CPU, possibly also motherboard. GPU later if also required
Do you need to buy OS: Don't believe so per Google
Will need a new OEM license as I may be upgrading my motherboard
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: NewEgg, Amazon, BestBuy but absolutely no preference
Location: split time between Bay Area CA USA and Denver, CO USA
Parts Preferences: Would like to keep intel processor for ease but not required
Your Monitor Resolution: currently 2160 x 1440
Additional Comments: I am relatively new to this and am unsure if any of these parts/entire thing are just overkill. From what I can tell, I can upgrade my processor with the same socket to lower the bottleneck by ~10%, but considering an overhaul in order to not have to do this again in a few years. Is a 29% or 19% bottleneck as 'bad' as I'm making out to be?
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I have a 29% processor bottleneck as it stands. I do like playing some graphically demanding games like Cities Skylines 2, and will be playing the upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
What other components (e.g. cooling, power supply, storage) should I consider upgrading to ensure compatibility and optimal performance?
Are there any other factors I should keep in mind when planning this upgrade within my existing micro-ATX case?
Thank you for even taking a look at this and helping plan a potential upgrade. Please let me know if this is also all unnecessary, I don't need to upgrade if it is all a stretch.
Current System Specs:
- CPU: Intel Core i7-10700F
- Motherboard: ASUS TUF Gaming B460M-Plus WiFi
- RAM: 16GB DDR4
- GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3070
- Storage: 1TB SSD, 2TB HDD
- Power Supply: 700W or 750W, I can't quite tell
- Case: Mid-tower ATX
Budget Range: also flexible, a few hundred if upgrading processor within same socket, ~1000-1500 combined if I also have to replace the motherboard.
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming - in anticipation for future game releases that may be graphically intense, maybe a bit of future proofing.
Are you buying a monitor: No
Parts to Upgrade: (e.g.: CPU, mobo, RAM): At minimum CPU, possibly also motherboard. GPU later if also required
Do you need to buy OS: Don't believe so per Google
Will need a new OEM license as I may be upgrading my motherboard
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: NewEgg, Amazon, BestBuy but absolutely no preference
Location: split time between Bay Area CA USA and Denver, CO USA
Parts Preferences: Would like to keep intel processor for ease but not required
Your Monitor Resolution: currently 2160 x 1440
Additional Comments: I am relatively new to this and am unsure if any of these parts/entire thing are just overkill. From what I can tell, I can upgrade my processor with the same socket to lower the bottleneck by ~10%, but considering an overhaul in order to not have to do this again in a few years. Is a 29% or 19% bottleneck as 'bad' as I'm making out to be?
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I have a 29% processor bottleneck as it stands. I do like playing some graphically demanding games like Cities Skylines 2, and will be playing the upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
What other components (e.g. cooling, power supply, storage) should I consider upgrading to ensure compatibility and optimal performance?
Are there any other factors I should keep in mind when planning this upgrade within my existing micro-ATX case?
Thank you for even taking a look at this and helping plan a potential upgrade. Please let me know if this is also all unnecessary, I don't need to upgrade if it is all a stretch.
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I would be at conflicting odds with trying to con myself what I have needs replacing being as your system is still pretty relevant but at the same time man there are faster parts out there.
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