[SOLVED] What would be a powerful upgrade?

[- sam -]

Basically I've had some terrrible luck recently. No idea what happened but my 6 year old pc out of nowhere died. Something destroyed my motherboard and my gpu burned along with it.

I'm looking to build an entire new system to keep me happy.

My current specs:

i7 6700k
MSI m5 motherboard
980Ti

I'm looking for a good noticable difference in a new mobo and cpu. I've been hearing about amd cpus but over the years I heard they can be very hot. I'm scared to switch over to amd from intel.

What cpu and motherboard which will be a solid upgrade from the specs I posted above. As for gpu I will wait until the 3080ti

Thanks!

 

[Roland Of Gilead]

Basically I've had some terrrible luck recently. No idea what happened but my 6 year old pc out of nowhere died. Something destroyed my motherboard and my gpu burned along with it.

I'm looking to build an entire new system to keep me happy.

My current specs:

i7 6700k
MSI m5 motherboard
980Ti

I'm looking for a good noticable difference in a new mobo and cpu. I've been hearing about amd cpus but over the years I heard they can be very hot. I'm scared to switch over to amd from intel.

What cpu and motherboard which will be a solid upgrade from the specs I posted above. As for gpu I will wait until the 3080ti

Thanks!

Hey there,

What kind of budget are you thinking. That's really key here.

TBH, going AMD Ryzen right now gives best performance with a high end GPU like the 3080ti.

 

[logainofhades]

The AMD running hot, is old FX news. Intel tends to run hotter, especially 11th gen. Problem is due to no GPU availability, Intel with IGP is a better option.

 

[hotaru.hino]

Power consumption is highly correlated to cooling requirements. As you can see, most Ryzen processors fall below what Intel's recent offerings can pull.

Going with AMD is fine. But really, any recent CPU will be a nice upgrade from what you have.

 

[- sam -]

Hey there,

What kind of budget are you thinking. That's really key here.

TBH, going AMD Ryzen right now gives best performance with a high end GPU like the 3080ti.

Well budget would be under 2000. I'm upset about my current pc dying I'm willing to spend a little to make myself feel better. I feel like if I use same budget for my current specs I wont be happy.

I just want a high end motherboard and cpu. Please give me some solid options which will be compatible. I'm posting this from my phone I struggle to research myself

 

[- sam -]

The AMD running hot, is old FX news. Intel tends to run hotter, especially 11th gen. Problem is due to no GPU availability, Intel with IGP is a better option.

Problem I have currently is my 980ti burned and is out of warranty. Should I wait for the 3080ti? Any idea what price will be? I have a 750ti to use currently lol

 

[logainofhades]

Oh, since you have a 750ti, you can go with either, so I would then recommend Ryzen 5600x, at a minimum.

 

[Roland Of Gilead]

Well budget would be under 2000. I'm upset about my current pc dying I'm willing to spend a little to make myself feel better. I feel like if I use same budget for my current specs I wont be happy.

I just want a high end motherboard and cpu. Please give me some solid options which will be compatible. I'm posting this from my phone I struggle to research myself

2000 what? £$€

Regarding the GPU. That's a really tough question. There is practically zero chance of picking up any RTX3xxx unless you're willing to pay more than MSRP. It's crazy right now for GPU's, and CPU's too.

Edit: Also, what monitor do you have, and what resolution is it. The system spec, depending might be different based on that.

Also, last gen GPU's like an RTX 2080/ti still offer amazing performance.

 

[- sam -]

Power consumption is highly correlated to cooling requirements. As you can see, most Ryzen processors fall below what Intel's recent offerings can pull.

Going with AMD is fine. But really, any recent CPU will be a nice upgrade from what you have.

Please could you suggest a high end mobo and cpu? 2000 budget (need psu case etc too)

 

[- sam -]

2000 what? £$€

Regarding the GPU. That's a really tough question. There is practically zero chance of picking up any RTX3xxx unless you're willing to pay more than MSRP. It's crazy right now for GPU's, and CPU's too.

Edit: Also, what monitor do you have, and what resolution is it. The system spec, depending might be different based on that.

Also, last gen GPU's like an RTX 2080/ti still offer amazing performance.

I'm willing to wait for a 3080ti
Current using 1080p 144hz. I will upgrade this soon

 

[- sam -]

Oh, since you have a 750ti, you can go with either, so I would then recommend Ryzen 5600x, at a minimum.

The 750ti is temporary since my 980ti died. I will wait for a 3080ti

 

[logainofhades]

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3.8 GHz 8-Core Processor ($449.00 @ Best Buy)
CPU Cooler: Lian Li GALAHAD AIO 240 RGB 69.17 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($143.01 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 AORUS PRO WIFI ATX AM4 Motherboard ($269.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Trident Z Neo 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory ($219.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sabrent Rocket 4.0 500 GB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($89.98 @ Amazon)
Storage: Sabrent Rocket 4.0 2 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($299.98 @ Amazon)
Case: Lian Li LANCOOL 215 ATX Mid Tower Case ($87.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx (2018) 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($144.99 @ Best Buy)
Total: $1703.93
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2021-03-26 14:11 EDT-0400

 

[- sam -]

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3.8 GHz 8-Core Processor ($449.00 @ Best Buy)
CPU Cooler: Lian Li GALAHAD AIO 240 RGB 69.17 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($143.01 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 AORUS PRO WIFI ATX AM4 Motherboard ($269.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Trident Z Neo 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory ($219.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sabrent Rocket 4.0 500 GB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($89.98 @ Amazon)
Storage: Sabrent Rocket 4.0 2 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($299.98 @ Amazon)
Case: Lian Li LANCOOL 215 ATX Mid Tower Case ($87.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx (2018) 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($144.99 @ Best Buy)
Total: $1703.93
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2021-03-26 14:11 EDT-0400

Thanks for the reply. Should I spend more for the AMD RYZEN 7 5800X EIGHT CORE 4.7GHZ (SOCKET AM4) PROCESSOR instead?
and the motherboard you linked is it better than the msi m5? Looks like its cheaper. Sorry for text my phone screen is small cant see option to change it

 

[logainofhades]

The 5800x gives better multicore support, especially as games are continuing to go more multithreaded. If you keep your system as long as your previous, it would be a good idea to go with a higher core count chip. I don't recommend MSI, personally, as their customer service is terrible, and them trying to strong arm youtube reviewers.

 

[Why_Me]

https://www.newegg.com/asus-rog-strix-b560-a-gaming-wifi/p/N82E16813119382
ASUS ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING WIFI $174.99

https://www.adorama.com/inbx8781170f.html
Intel Core i7-11700F $365.49

https://www.newegg.com/be-quiet-dark-rock-slim/p/13C-001F-00030
be quiet! Dark Rock Slim, CPU Cooler $55.90

https://www.newegg.com/ballistix-16gb-288-pin-ddr4-sdram/p/N82E16820164176
Crucial Ballistix 3200 MHz DDR4 Desktop Gaming Memory Kit 16GB (8GBx2) CL16 $87.99

 

[- sam -]

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The 5800x gives better multicore support, especially as games are continuing to go more multithreaded. If you keep your system as long as your previous, it would be a good idea to go with a higher core count chip. I don't recommend MSI, personally, as their customer service is terrible, and them trying to strong arm youtube reviewers.

What's difference between AMD RYZEN 7 5800X EIGHT CORE 4.7GHZ and the and the 3.7ghz?

I need a solid motherboard and cpu cooler

 

[logainofhades]

For the 5800x:
Base Clock Frequency 3.8 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency 4.7 GHz

 

[- sam -]

For the 5800x:
Base Clock Frequency 3.8 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency 4.7 GHz

I want to get the 5900x. There is none in stock anywhere. How often do they get stocked up? I feel like 5900 is a better investment rather than the 5800x. What should I do?

 

[sonofjesse]

I just did a new build last week. My 6700k was lagging a little bit on multitasking and my hard drive was all the time full. So I said why not build a new pc. I personally try to do a 5 year lifecycle, so I"m not burning though cash like its water (back in the day I did builds yearly, way too costly, for minor gains). When I upgrade I want to see a "WOW" factor.

I had:
Gigabyte Gaming 7
I7-6700K
32GB 2600
Samsung 850 PRO 512GB
60hz monitor

I now have:
3900X
32GB Trident Z Neo 3600mhz CL16
MSI Unify X570
Samsung 980 Pro 2TB
144hz monitor

I'm still using my Corsair HXI 1000 and GTX 1080 (for obvious reasons).

Worthy upgrade and I could tell a good different.


5800x or 5900x would be a great upgrade (just a bit pricy right now), I know a guy who upgraded, so that is why I picked up a gently used 3900x for a more affordable price. YMMV.

 

[Why_Me]

I just did a new build last week. My 6700k was lagging a little bit on multitasking and my hard drive was all the time full. So I said why not build a new pc. I personally try to do a 5 year lifecycle, so I"m not burning though cash like its water (back in the day I did builds yearly, way too costly, for minor gains). When I upgrade I want to see a "WOW" factor.

I had:
Gigabyte Gaming 7
I7-6700K
32GB 2600
Samsung 850 PRO 512GB
60hz monitor

I now have:
3900X
32GB Trident Z Neo 3600mhz CL16
MSI Unify X570
Samsung 980 Pro 2TB
144hz monitor

I'm still using my Corsair HXI 1000 and GTX 1080 (for obvious reasons).

Worthy upgrade and I could tell a good different.


5800x or 5900x would be a great upgrade (just a bit pricy right now), I know a guy who upgraded, so that is why I picked up a gently used 3900x for a more affordable price. YMMV.

Your choice of the 3900X wasn't just for a gaming build I'm guessing. Maybe video editing or photoshop?

 

[sonofjesse]

Your choice of the 3900X wasn't just for a gaming build I'm guessing. Maybe video editing or photoshop?

It was mainly based off this........ I have al friend who was trying to sell his 3900x, to fund a 5900x upgrade. He offered me a very fair price. I also do photo editing. So this just kind of fell in my lap.

I do game, but you don't need a 10/12 thread CPU for gaming. I'm not saying go get a 3900/5900 (they cost too much new IMHO), I'm saying just an upgrade any of these new improved CPUs (even look at the intels since the price is super good now, 10700 for as low as 219 at microcenter), I think you will see a good improvement on any of these chips compared to the 6700k. I had both the 2600k and 6700k and great chips, but once you upgrade I think you will say WOW its a pretty good difference. Don't forget a good NVME if you can swing it in the budget, the 1TB are a lot more affordable now.

 

[- sam -]

I just did a new build last week. My 6700k was lagging a little bit on multitasking and my hard drive was all the time full. So I said why not build a new pc. I personally try to do a 5 year lifecycle, so I"m not burning though cash like its water (back in the day I did builds yearly, way too costly, for minor gains). When I upgrade I want to see a "WOW" factor.

I had:
Gigabyte Gaming 7
I7-6700K
32GB 2600
Samsung 850 PRO 512GB
60hz monitor

I now have:
3900X
32GB Trident Z Neo 3600mhz CL16
MSI Unify X570
Samsung 980 Pro 2TB
144hz monitor

I'm still using my Corsair HXI 1000 and GTX 1080 (for obvious reasons).

Worthy upgrade and I could tell a good different.


5800x or 5900x would be a great upgrade (just a bit pricy right now), I know a guy who upgraded, so that is why I picked up a gently used 3900x for a more affordable price. YMMV.

The 5900 is always out of stock.
I will go with the 5800x. I need to find the best mobo/cooler and ram. Which should I pick? I'm happy to spend more to make it better for the future