Hey folks! I'm currently set up with a Ryzen 9 5900X and an RTX 3070, and I'm experiencing really noticeable stuttering in newer games, especially with high VRAM demands. I'm looking to upgrade my GPU, and I'm weighing between the RTX 5070 Ti and the RTX 5080. The 5080 seems appealing since I want something that'll last for a while and handle ultra settings with ray tracing on my 3440x1440 setup. However, I'm also planning to upgrade my CPU to eliminate bottlenecks in CPU-heavy games like Arma 3, Battlefield 6, and for emulation tasks that require strong processing power. My budget for both upgrades is around 2000€. I prefer to stick with DDR4 memory since DDR5 prices are way too high where I live. I'm considering various CPUs including AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel's i7 series. What do you recommend for balancing performance, especially for gaming at high settings and emulation?
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Honestly, I’d lean towards AMD for your upgrade. I've had my share of reliability issues with Nvidia GPUs lately; the 5070 Ti could be safer. However, be mindful of some reports on the 5080 potentially having connector issues.
If you're looking for good deals, consider checking out Amazon in the UK or other European specialists for components at better prices. I recently picked up a decent deal for AM5 and DDR5, but I totally understand the reluctance to shift to DDR5 due to the current pricing. You might wait a year or so for prices to settle down.
I did a similar upgrade from a 5900X and 3080 to a 13700K, and the performance has been seamless at 1440p with excellent frame rates. You might want to check out the 13700K if you're open to Intel options—just ensure your cooling setup can handle it since it can run hot.
Yes, I'd love to hear more about running RPCS3 at your new setup!
If you're trying to avoid splurging too much, I'd suggest going for the RTX 5070 Ti. The performance gap between the 5070 Ti and 5080 is only around 10-15%, so spending extra on the 5080 might not be worth it given the budget constraints. Stick with your 5900X for now unless you find a great deal on an X3D model. It should still handle most scenarios decently unless you’re pushing the limits with ultra settings in newer titles.
I disagree with keeping the 5900X for too long—especially for emulation and newer games. The 5900X isn't cutting it anymore. If you can afford it, definitely consider a new CPU, especially if you want to maximize performance with something like the 5800X3D.
And don't forget about overclocking! If you decide on the 5080, you can boost its performance to match or even beat the 4090 in situations that don't limit VRAM. Just be cautious with the cooling.
What cooler are you using? I've heard those i7s can crank up the heat at max load. By the way, how well does it run RPCS3 at 1440p? I'm keen on improving my emulation performance.