I'm currently using a system with a B660 Mortar WiFi DDR4 motherboard, an i5-12400 processor, an RTX 3060 graphics card, and 32GB of DDR4 3200 RAM. I have a 1440p monitor and mainly use this setup for video editing in After Effects and Premiere, along with Photoshop, plus some 1440p gaming with AAA and CPU or GPU-heavy titles. I'm thinking about upgrading to an i7-14700F and an RTX 5070, along with getting an AIO cooler and a new case. My question is whether it's better to upgrade parts within my existing platform or to completely switch to a newer DDR5 setup instead.
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It really depends on how much you rely on CUDA for rendering and whether FPS is crucial for your gaming experience. The RTX 9070 with 16GB might be a better choice for performance. Your upgrade plan sounds solid, but I'd recommend also considering a power supply swap. It's important to match your system's demands!
I have a Corsair RM850e power supply (I think it's the 2024 version). Should I upgrade to a different brand for more wattage? I usually play at 1440p, but I don’t need everything on ultra settings; I prefer ‘High’ graphics.