Ideas for Potential Upgrades

[MCazzi]

Hello everyone!

So I have been performing some upgrades to my build, and I just wanted a general opinion of what could make my gaming experience better. Obviously money is a constraint, so if there are any opportunities for a value-upgrades, please let me know! Obviously the GPU market is interesting at the moment, but I have heard that it is getting better. Here is my current list of everything, and what I have upgraded from:

CPU: Intel Core i5-7600K (upgraded from Intel Core i5-6400)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master - Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler
Motherboard: Gigabyte - GA-H110M-A Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory
Storage: Kingston - SSDNow UV400 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive
GPU: Gigabyte - Radeon R9 380X 4GB WINDFORCE 2X Video Card
Case: Cooler Master Trooper SE (upgraded from DIYPC - Solo-T1-BK ATX Mid Tower Case)
Power supply: Power Spec 550W (upgraded from EVGA - 400W ATX Power Supply)
Keyboard & Mouse: Razer BlackWidow Ultimate, Razer Deathadder Elite
Monitor: Samsung S22E310H 21.5" LED Monitor

I have been on here a bunch recently describing my issues with input delay, but the increase in cooling has definitely helped with reducing temperatures of both the CPU and GPU; which in turn has reduced the input lag. I peak at around 70 C for my GPU during gaming, and I peak around 50 C for my CPU; which I have been told is good! The build has come a long way, but I am still striving for the best possible combination of parts. The questions I have for you guys is:

My motherboard is fairly small (especially since I have a huge case now), so it seems that an upgrade could be nice aesthetically. But also, does upgrading a motherboard usually impact performance? Are there any ideas for an upgrade here?

I tend to have FPS drops during games like Fortnite (from around 120 to 85-90 during heavy visual activity), and I know that I am not capable of running certain games. Is there another GPU that would give a major upgrade to performance and visuals? Would it be compatible with my build?

I have a total of 4 fans in my case. Is reaching ambient temperature during non-gaming a good thing to have? Do you recommend that I install more fans? Water cooling seems extra considering my CPU is stable, but do you believe that it would help? My GPU tends to reach a higher temperature, what are some solutions to reducing its peak temperatures?

I really appreciate whoever takes the time to go through this. If there is anything that I did not mention that could use an upgrade, please let me know! Thank you so much

 

[R_1]

going to a larger motherboard has some advantages, the space allows for more components, better voltage regulation, larger heatsinks, the space means hot parts are farther away from each other too. the VRM will help with overclocking the CPU. the larger motherboards usually have more features than tiny boards. if the features are worth it to you go for it.

http://gpu.userbenchmark.com/Compare/Nvidia-GTX-1060-6GB-vs-AMD-R9-380X/3639vs3532
results are a generalization only but you get the gist. not an endorsement example of performance only
a 1060 or better would upgrade your GPU performance

a cooler GPU would help with some of the heat issues, a more efficient card that draws less power will generate less heat. the less heat in the case the better.

 

[bajgur]

have a look in here:
http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-3507842/powerspec-psu-good.html

 

[hang-the-9]

Your CPU and video card are fine for modern games, but running on that smaller older monitor is eh.

Good thing about that monitor, is the the Samsung S models look to have very good input lag numbers, but a smaller standard monitor for a higher end gaming system is a bit silly. Check out some of the gaming class 24" ones, maybe an IPS one for nice colors, or a 120hz + one for smoother motion.