I'm putting together a gaming setup and will be using a 2K monitor. I'm planning to get an RX 7900 XT for my GPU, but I'm a bit unsure about the CPU. I'm considering an Intel i5 14400 unlocked, but I'm worried it might cause a bottleneck. Is this a bad choice? If so, what are the reasons? Also, would going with an AMD CPU offer additional benefits over Intel for my needs? I appreciate any advice!
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If you're planning to just game on this PC, AMD might give you better performance for the price than Intel in many scenarios. Since you haven’t bought a motherboard yet, you have the flexibility to go with an AMD setup which could potentially save you from any bottleneck issues down the line. Just make sure to do a bit of research to find the best match for your RX 7900 XT!
It really depends on whether you already have a compatible motherboard. If not, switching to AMD could be a great idea, especially if you don’t need the efficiency cores that come with Intel processors for specific workloads. The i5 14400 can work, but if you want the best performance, you might want to consider going for an i7 14700 if your budget allows. Just keep in mind that at 1440p, checking for bottlenecking is essential as it can vary based on your game settings.
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