Question Upgrading i7-5820k

[beruuce]

Hi there,

I've been thinking about upgrading for a while as I've noticed some performance issues in CPU bound games.

My current specification below:

Asus X99-A - Motherboard
16GB - RAM
i7-5820K OC to 4.2GHz
GTX 2080 Super GFX
RMI 750 Watt PSU

I'm looking to potentially buy a bundle from somewhere like Scan computers to upgrade my board, ram and cpu as I still think the 2080 super is relevant for my needs. I plan to build / purchase a brand new pre-built machine in two years time.

I was hoping to continue using my RMI 750 Watt PSU, existing case, fans and SSD / HDD and GFX card.

Was looking at the 13900k, but seems quite power hungry and I would probably need to buy a new PSU for this plus it seems fairly overkill. I mainly will be using the machine for development and gaming.

Most places I've read say the 13600k would be a good upgrade and less power hungry than the 13900k.

Would my existing PSU be enough for the 13600k + existing hardware?

Thanks in advance.

 

[John Chesterfield]

You haven't mentioned motherboard, you are aware that this isn't a drop in CPU upgrade right?

 

[John Chesterfield]

Power supply should be ok if not too old.

 

[helper800]

Something like this should be fine. How old is the PSU? You might want to get another one regardless depending on you level of risk taking.

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: Intel Core i7-13700KF 3.4 GHz 16-Core Processor ($399.99 @ B&H)
Motherboard: MSI PRO Z790-P WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard ($239.99 @ B&H)
Memory: G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory ($149.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $789.97
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2022-12-16 12:48 EST-0500

 

[beruuce]

Apologies yes, sorry board wise I would probably go for: ASUS PROART Z790-CREATOR WIFI or
ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI or ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO - mainly because those the only Z790 boards available in the bundle being offered. There are Z690 boards that can be selected, but thought it made more sense to go with a Z790 board, even though raptor cpus are compatible with Z690 boards.

The PSU is technically just over 7 years old as I purchased it along with the other components (except the 2080 super) in October 2015.

 

[helper800]

Apologies yes, sorry board wise I would probably go for: ASUS PROART Z790-CREATOR WIFI or
ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI or ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO - mainly because those the only Z790 boards available in the bundle being offered. There are Z690 boards that can be selected, but thought it made more sense to go with a Z790 board, even though raptor cpus are compatible with Z690 boards.

The PSU is technically just over 7 years old as I purchased it along with the other components (except the 2080 super) in October 2015.

I would say that with development work pushing the CPU moderately and the GPU maximally, you should get a new PSU. What is the warranty period on it? I would say that if its past the warranty it would be prudent to replace it. I only gave that build as a template. I assume you are in the UK or EU?

 

[beruuce]

I will buy new PSU thanks for help