I'm trying to figure out what's holding back my system's performance. I built this rig back in 2019 and the only change I've made is upgrading the GPU to an AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT. Here are the specs:
- **CPU**: Intel Core i7-9700KF @ 3.60GHz
- **Motherboard**: Gigabyte Z390 UD
- **RAM**: 16GB DDR4 2666MHz
- **Storage**: 2TB SSD
- **Power Supply**: 600W (planning to upgrade this next)
With the hardware listed, I'd love to hear your thoughts on where the bottleneck might be and if I need any upgrades!
2 Answers
Your CPU is also a bit behind the times, especially if you're trying to push that new GPU to its limits. Consider upgrading it since I've seen others with similar setups facing bottleneck issues because of older CPUs.
It looks like your PSU is definitely a limiting factor. For the RX 7800 XT, you really should be aiming for at least a 700W power supply to keep things stable. It's crucial for performance, so consider that upgrade first!
Yeah, I guess I really messed up buying the 7800 before checking my PC's specs. Upgrading the PSU is next on my list!