I recently upgraded my GPU from an NVIDIA RTX 3070 to an ASUS RTX 5070, and I'm wondering if I should consider any other upgrades to get the most out of it. My PC was built about three years ago and has the following specs:
* CPU: AMD RYZEN 7 5800X 8-Core 16-Thread 3.80 GHz (4.70 GHz Max Boost)
* GPU: ASUS RTX 5070 12GB
* Chipset: AMD X570
* RAM: G.Skill TridentZ RGB 16GB DDR4 3200MHz (2x8GB)
* SSD: 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD
* PSU: 750W 80 Plus Gold
Should I upgrade anything else, or am I good to go as is? Thanks for your suggestions!
3 Answers
Honestly, your PC is in great shape as it is. There's no urgent need to upgrade anything right now. You might want to wait for the next CPU cycle or even look at a platform change in 2027. If you’re itching to improve performance, adding another 16GB of RAM could help, bringing you up to 32GB overall, but it really isn't a must right now.
Your CPU still performs well, so I wouldn't stress about that yet. If you want to boost performance a bit, consider adding 2x16GB more RAM for a potential FPS improvement, depending on your games. You might also benefit from getting another NVMe SSD if you're running low on storage. Just double-check your cooling system too, as that can help with overall performance and noise reduction.
If you’re still using a 1080p monitor, that’s definitely an area to think about upgrading. A 3440x1440 setup would allow you to take full advantage of the 5070. Just make sure your monitor can match the GPU's capabilities, like going for a 165 or 180Hz IPS panel for smoother visuals!
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