Hey everyone! I've got a pre-built PC from 2019 and have made some decent upgrades over the years. I wanted to get your thoughts on when I should think about upgrading my motherboard and CPU. Here's a quick rundown of my setup:
Original Parts:
- Asrock B365 Pro4 motherboard
- Intel i5-9600KF processor
Upgraded Parts:
- 32GB PC3200 DDR4 RAM (currently running at 2666MHz due to the chipset)
- 1TB WD Black SN850x SSD
- RTX 5060 16GB GPU (just upgraded recently)
I feel like the chipset and CPU are the main bottlenecks right now. I play games like Destiny 2, Black Ops 7, and some RPG and simulation titles. Generally, I'm getting decent FPS on medium settings at 1440p. Do you think I should upgrade my motherboard and CPU now, or is it worth waiting? I also have quality RAM, and I'm considering going with an AM4 motherboard to reuse the memory. What do you all think?
1 Answer
First off, check your GPU usage! If you're often under 100% utilization in games, that suggests your CPU is holding you back. It’s a solid sign that an upgrade is worth considering. For Black Ops 7, what’s your GPU usage like?
In Black Ops 7, my GPU is hitting 96-100% during matches!