Hey everyone! I'm considering upgrading my gaming PC, but I'm a bit lost on where to begin. I've always just bought new PCs in the past, but it feels like I have a solid base to work with this time. Here are my specs:
- **Operating System**: Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
- **CPU**: Intel Core i9 11900KF @ 3.50GHz
- **RAM**: 32.0GB Dual-Channel DDR4 @ 1199MHz
- **Motherboard**: ASUSTeK ROG STRIX Z590-E GAMING WIFI (LGA1200)
- **Graphics**: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with 4087MB (though I know it should have 16GB of VRAM)
- **Storage**: 2TB Samsung SSD 980 PRO and 476GB RAIDER GAMING NVMEM
- **PC Case**: Corsair 4000D Airflow Tempered Glass
- **Cooling**: NZXT Kraken 120 Liquid Cooler
- **Power Supply**: 1000 Watt Silverstone ST1000
I mainly use the PC for gaming, and I've been experiencing some frame drops, especially with Satisfactory and while multitasking. I'd appreciate any advice on what I should upgrade!
4 Answers
Your setup is actually pretty solid! If you're lagging in games like Satisfactory, you might want to look into upgrading the CPU to something like the i9-12900KF. It's a great boost and can help with multitasking too. Your GPU is still one of the best out there, so upgrading that might not give you enough extra benefit for the cost.
I'd say you definitely need to think about your motherboard too if you're planning a significant CPU upgrade. Something like the 7800X3D is a good choice, but make sure it’s compatible with your new CPU. Your RAM is decent, but if you upgrade the CPU and motherboard, you could unlock faster speeds.
Honestly, the main upgrades you'll want to consider are the CPU and possibly the RAM if you're hitting limits while multitasking. Your GPU, an RTX 4080, is still fantastic; just make sure it’s performing as expected. About those frame drops, maybe check if there are any background processes hogging resources.
Exact same thing happened to me. I cleared some background stuff, and it really improved my gaming performance!
It sounds like you might be misreading your VRAM. The 4080 should have 16GB, so it’s worth double-checking with other diagnostic tools. Upgrading components like the CPU and RAM will help immensely if you’re pushing demanding games.
Right! That discrepancy could mean something's wrong with your current setup. Definitely check that before deciding on upgrades.
Yeah, I totally agree! I had a similar setup, and upgrading the CPU made a noticeable difference, especially when running multiple apps.