Hey everyone!
I'm in the process of upgrading my PC as I'm switching from a 4060TI to an RTX 5800. Currently, I'm using a BaseBoard ProductPRO B760-VC WIFI (MS-7D98) motherboard along with an i7 13700f processor. I'm thinking about making an upgrade to an i7-14700K since it should be compatible with my motherboard. I've also considered getting a 9800X3D, but I believe it wouldn't work with my current setup.
I have a couple of main questions. I primarily use my PC for high-powered VR gaming and multi-monitor VR racing on iRacing with three 27-inch 1440P monitors.
1. Should I look into upgrading my motherboard? Is it worth it to get one compatible with the 9800X3D, or is my current motherboard enough if I just upgrade the CPU? I bought this as a prebuilt machine, so I'm not sure how good the motherboard is.
2. Will upgrading my CPU provide a significant performance boost that pairs well with my new RTX 5800?
3. My current power supply is 850W, which I think is fine according to the recommendations for the RTX 5800. Is my Apevia ATX-PR850W PCIE5.0 850W 80+ power supply adequate for any upgrades?
Thanks in advance for any advice! Also, I'm looking to add some storage and was considering getting an M2 SSD to PCIe Adapter for a new NVMe SSD. I noticed I have four PCIe slots, so I might have an easy option available. Any thoughts on that?
Oh, and can someone confirm if this is the correct connector for the 5800 when it arrives? [power connector in Desktop](https://imgur.com/a/i34kIpy)
3 Answers
Moving from a 13700F to a 14700K isn't a huge leap, but it would give you a bit more performance in games. However, upgrading to a 9800X3D at 1440p is generally seen as a waste — you’d only gain around 10 FPS, which isn't worth the extra cost!
I don’t think it’s necessary to upgrade just yet. Your i7 13700f is still quite capable, especially if you ensure you have good cooling for it since it can handle over 200 watts when turboing. Just keep that in mind!
You're perfectly fine with your current CPU and power supply. And yes, if both M.2 slots are in use, a PCIe to M.2 adapter is a great option for storage!
I just opened up my PC and found the second M.2 slot! That should work well for me.
Thanks for the insight! That makes sense, I figured I’d hit a CPU limit before the GPU does.