Hey everyone! I'm considering building a PC without a dedicated GPU and I'm looking at the Ryzen 7 9700X for the build. I've heard that it can hit 200+ fps in games like Valorant, but I'm unsure about how it performs in AAA titles. I'm thinking of getting the Ryzen 7 9700X for around $360. Do you think this is a good choice for that price? If not, can anyone suggest a better CPU within a similar price range, or a good CPU/GPU combo that fits my budget? I plan to game at 1080p, so will this setup handle AAA games well?
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For a no-GPU build, you might want to check out the Ryzen 7 8700G. It has 12 integrated graphics cores, which perform decent enough for light gaming, even some AAA titles at 1080p. It's a solid choice if you're avoiding dedicated graphics cards altogether. Just keep in mind, having at least a basic GPU would still offer better overall performance.
You mentioned seeing 200 fps, but that’s likely on integrated graphics, not during actual gameplay at 1080p. Without a dedicated GPU, AAA gaming will be tough. The iGPU in desktop CPUs typically struggles with graphics-heavy games. If you're set on the Ryzen 7 9700X, just keep in mind that you may not get the performance you expect in bigger titles. Also, $360 seems a bit high—it's about $300 in the U.S. where prices are usually better.
Yeah, that makes sense. I was wondering if there are any good GPUs in the same price range.