I currently have an ASUS ROG STRIX B550-A GAMING motherboard paired with an AMD Ryzen 7 3800X CPU and an MSI GTX 1660 SUPER GPU. I'm looking to upgrade to an AMD RX 6700 XT 12GB for gaming at 1080p, but I'm concerned that my current CPU might bottleneck performance. I'm interested in recommendations for a new AM4 CPU that won't break the bank, since I mainly want a smooth experience in high-FPS games like The Last of Us Part II, Rocket League, and Forza Horizon 5.
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The 5500X could also be a budget-friendly choice. It’s great for 1080p gaming, but if you're looking for something more powerful, the 5700X or 5800X are worth considering. The performance gains might not warrant a high price unless you're playing really demanding games.
I’d suggest going for a Ryzen 5700X; you can often find it for about $175 on eBay. If you want the most performance without spending too much, that’s a solid option. The 5800X or even the 5800XT could work too if you can snag them for under $190, but it might be overkill for just a 6700 XT.
Thanks for the tip! That sounds pretty reasonable.
If you're open to spending more, the Ryzen 5800X3D is a top choice among the AM4 CPUs, thanks to its performance in gaming. But if you're watching your budget, the 5700X or 5800X should still give you substantial improvements without overspending.
Honestly, I'd go for the 5700X or 5800X; easy upgrades that won't burn a hole in your pocket. Definitely better than sticking with the 3800X for what you want to achieve.
Have you considered the Ryzen 5500X3D? It's about $140-155 but you might have to import it. It could help you achieve stable 144 FPS gaming without too many sacrifices, and since it's one of the last X3D models, it could be a smart move for your setup.
That sounds promising! Capping lighter games at 144 FPS should work well with the RX 6700 XT.
Right, I just want to ensure I'm not bottlenecking at high FPS—especially for games like TLOU2.