I recently upgraded my CPU, motherboard, and RAM from an Intel i7 8700 with 64GB DDR4 and a GTX 1660 Super to an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D with 32GB DDR5 6400. I'm still using the same GTX 1660 Super for now, knowing it could be a bottleneck. I'm curious if I will notice a performance difference in gaming after these upgrades.
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I checked out your setup, and honestly, upgrading to a Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a solid choice! Just keep in mind, since you're still using the GTX 1660 Super, you might not see the full potential right away. If possible, consider upgrading to something like a 14600K and a 9070XT later on for a more balanced setup. The CPU can offer a real boost to performance, especially if you plan on playing titles that push more on the CPU side.
To help gauge performance improvements, what games do you usually play and what are the specs of your monitor? Specifically, what's your resolution and refresh rate? This can impact how much you see a difference with your new components.
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