I'm looking for some advice on upgrading my PC to improve performance in games like Battlefield 6 and BeamNG. My current system struggles with heavy particle effects and destruction scenes, likely due to CPU limitations. I've got an older motherboard that restricts my CPU and RAM options, so I'm considering upgrading both of those components, and possibly doubling my RAM as well. I'm on a tight budget, so I'm looking for the cheapest options possible—I'm fine with used parts and just want to make small upgrades over time. Aesthetics don't matter to me at all; I'm just focused on functionality. Here's my current setup:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core
- Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO
- Motherboard: ASRock X370 KILLER SLI/ac
- Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2x8GB) DDR4-2666
- Storage: Silicon Power A80 1 TB NVME SSD
- GPU: EVGA iCX GAMING GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11 GB
- Case: NZXT S340 Elite ATX Mid Tower
- PSU: EVGA SuperNOVA 750 G2 750W
I'm happy to provide more details if needed. Thanks for any help!
2 Answers
You might want to look into upgrading to a 5800X or even the X3D version; you'll see a substantial boost in performance. If you're not ready to switch the GPU just yet, it can hold up fine for now, but keep an eye out for a new RTX 5060 Ti, which could offer 16GB VRAM and better performance than your current 1080 Ti. Something like a Thermalright cooler could also help manage temps as you upgrade.
You could stick with your current motherboard and simply upgrade your CPU to something like a Ryzen 5600X, 5700X, or even the 5800X, which will give you a solid performance boost. Also, consider replacing your RAM with 2x16GB of DDR4-3200 or 3600 to improve overall speed. Finally, invest in the best GPU you can afford to complete the upgrade.
I didn't realize my old mobo could handle those CPUs! I'll definitely check into them. Do you think I can only use lower-speed RAM, or can it limit it based on the BIOS settings?
Thanks for the input! Sounds like the 5800 is a solid choice. What should I keep in mind when picking a motherboard that will allow for future upgrades down the line?