I'm on a tight budget and have two options to consider for my build. The first is the 5060 Ti with 16GB of DDR4 RAM, which I could upgrade later if needed. The second option is the 5060 with 32GB of DDR5 RAM. I don't play AAA games, but I do play Monster Hunter Wilds, and I prefer getting stable FPS, ideally in Full HD. From what I've seen online, most discussions suggest that DDR5 is much better, but I'm unsure if sacrificing GPU performance for better RAM is the right choice.
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The choice between DDR4 and DDR5 depends a lot on your platform. If your motherboard supports both, it gives you more flexibility. What CPU do you plan to pair with it?
Which CPUs are you looking at for your build? Also, remember that the compatibility between RAM and your motherboard matters a lot here.
I'm deciding between the i5-14400F and the i5-12400.
Honestly, the 5060 Ti will have a more significant impact on performance than just higher RAM speeds. Unless you’re going for very CPU-intensive games, that extra GPU power will be worth it, especially for Monster Hunter.
DDR4 builds still perform quite well for casual gaming. If you’re mainly into indie games, 16GB should be fine. Just make sure you monitor your usage while playing to keep everything running smoothly.
If you find a good deal on a 5060 Ti with 32GB of DDR4 RAM from the used market, that could be a solid option too! Just remember, good RAM still offers decent performance.
I'm looking at the i5-14400F and the i5-12400.