I currently have a Ryzen 5 5500 CPU paired with a 5060 GPU, and I'm only getting around 150 FPS in Fortnite's battle royale mode. Since Fortnite is more CPU-dependent, I was wondering if upgrading my CPU to a $200 model would lead to a significant FPS boost. Would it make a difference if I don't upgrade my GPU as well?
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If you're looking for a boost, the best options are the Ryzen 5700X or 5800X, but those usually cost more than $200. While you might see some improvements with a 5700X in heavy CPU games, remember, you'll hit a limit with your motherboard afterwards. I've seen some decent boosts in games like Fortnite with the right CPU, but it’s usually not worth it if you’re not considering a GPU upgrade too.
Honestly, it sounds like you’re GPU-limited. The 5060 is around the same performance level as the 3070, which isn’t very powerful in today's gaming. A CPU upgrade might not really help your FPS much. I've checked out some comparison videos, and they indicate that the GPU is the bottleneck here rather than the CPU.
A good CPU can help improve frames, but it really depends on the game. For 1080p, a 5060 should handle Fortnite pretty well. I wouldn't suggest replacing your GPU right now unless you give some thought to how your usage figures look while gaming, as that will tell you more about where the actual limitations lie.
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