I'm planning to upgrade my gaming setup and need some help choosing the right CPU to pair with my RX 9070 XT. I have a budget of 120,000 Indian Rupees for extra components since I already have a Gen 4 SSD and 16GB of 6000MHz RAM. I want to focus on 2K gaming but I'm torn between a few options. I'm considering the i5-9600X, i5-14400F, or even stretching my budget for the i5-14600K. However, I've heard the 14600K needs a Z790 motherboard which is quite pricey compared to the B760 for the 14400F. Can anyone help me decide on the best CPU and possibly other components?
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If you plan to upgrade GPUs in the future, consider getting the Ryzen 7600. It's a good choice for longevity. Otherwise, if you're sticking with your setup for several years, the 9600X should work just fine!
You might want to look at the Ryzen 7 7700X or the 7800X3D for the best performance with your RX 9070 XT. They could be a great fit for your gaming experience!
If you're considering the i5, both the 9600X and 7700X are decent options. Just a heads up though, 16GB of RAM might not cut it for gaming these days. I'd recommend going for 32GB if you can swing it!
I actually just decided to add one more stick to make it 32GB!
I plan to stick with it for about 4-5 years. Will the 9600X be enough?