[SOLVED] Hey could really use some help\advice on upgrading my computer.

[Oli2200]

Hello all,

Could really use some advice on the best bang for the buck to improve my computer. I mainly play games like Rust, Apex legends and some newer ones. However, I've noticed that my processor usage is sitting at 100% while I'm playing. I've also noticed that my framerate sits at around 40ish at times. I'm pretty sure it's time for an upgrade. But im lost at where to start and getting the best bang for the buck so to speak. I'm torn between a proper monitor or an upgraded graphics card. Ideally id like to spend about £300 on this round of upgrades.

Currently, I have an i5-6600k 3.5ghz processor and a GTX 1060 6GB graphics card. I also play on a flatscreen 40inch monitor XD don't judge I like having a large screen. Any advice would be greatly appriciated.

Thank you all for taking the time to read the above.

 

[Chase2200]

Whats the point of him getting a high refresh monitor if his CPU is bottlenecking that gpu and he cant even get over 60fps? High refresh rate is good only when you have high fps to match it. OP here needs a new CPU, which requires a new motherboard and probably DDR4 3200 ram since his 6th gen CPU runs DDR3. That would make the biggest improvement. He needs an 11th gen i5 cheap cpu + compatible mobo + cheap ddr4 3200 ram.

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: Intel Core i5-11400F 2.6 GHz 6-Core Processor ($184.01 @ Adorama)
Motherboard: Asus PRIME B560-PLUS ATX LGA1200 Motherboard ($120.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $394.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2021-07-21 01:04 EDT-0400[/CODE]

Thank you for the advice and taking the time to reply.

 

[Why_Me]

Thank you after reading im pretty much sold on the 11400f.

Those 11 gen cpu's can get a bit power hungry when they kick into turbo boost mode so you want a board with decent VRM's such this one in the link .. also make sure to have an aftermarket cpu cooler.

https://www.scan.co.uk/products/msi...ta3-2x-m2-crossfire-25gbe-usb-32-gen2x2-m-atx
MSI B560M BAZOOKA £99.98

https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/MAG-B560M-BAZOOKA

 

[Oli2200]

Those 11 gen cpu's can get a bit power hungry when they kick into turbo boost mode so you want a board with decent VRM's such this one in the link .. also make sure to have an aftermarket cpu cooler.

https://www.scan.co.uk/products/msi...ta3-2x-m2-crossfire-25gbe-usb-32-gen2x2-m-atx
MSI B560M BAZOOKA £99.98

https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/MAG-B560M-BAZOOKA

Thank you, last question what do you think of this bundle. Seems to have everything recommended.

Kustom PCs - Gigabyte B560 / Intel Core i5-11600KF / 16GB RAM Bundle

Great value bundle for the basis of a six core PC system Includes Aerocool RGB CPU Cooler Passmark CPU Score Approx 19953 Points Our bundles are examples of items that are a good fit together at a few price points - they are made up of items already in our stock and general purpose bundles are...

www.kustompcs.co.uk

 

[Why_Me]

Thank you, last question what do you think of this bundle. Seems to have everything recommended.

Kustom PCs - Gigabyte B560 / Intel Core i5-11600KF / 16GB RAM Bundle

Great value bundle for the basis of a six core PC system Includes Aerocool RGB CPU Cooler Passmark CPU Score Approx 19953 Points Our bundles are examples of items that are a good fit together at a few price points - they are made up of items already in our stock and general purpose bundles are...

www.kustompcs.co.uk

That would be a decent deal if it wasn't for that board. That board will throttle down with that unlocked cpu due to its poor VRM's.