Keep my old CPU or upgrade?

[lukethao131]

So right now I have a AMD Phenom ii x6 1090t six core processor paired up with a gtx 960. I’m wondering if I should get the i3 8350k. I’m keeping my graphic card BTW. I’m thinking I should upgrade because my current cpu is pretty weak and can’t render in games.

 

[N3rdR4ge]

that i3 would give you around double the performance and is definitely enough for the 960. keep in mind you need new ram, a new motherboard and most likely a new operating system licence. i'd very strongly consider spending the extra $50 and getting an i5-8600k. you will be almost completely rebuilding the machine, so get something that will last longer.

 

[Lee-m]

If it can't run the games you want at the speed you want, then yes, you should upgrade.

 

[ohiou_grad_2006]

Would be a nice upgrade. That GTX 960 should be around the performance of a GTX 1050 or 1050ti. Depending on budget, you might also look at the AMD ryzen CPUs. They are much more better performers than the FX chips were.