I'm considering upgrading my PC setup, which currently includes a 5700 XT graphics card, a Ryzen 7 3700X processor, 32 GB of DDR4 RAM, an X370 motherboard, and a 750W power supply. My budget is around 1500 euros. I'm mostly gaming on a 1440p 144Hz monitor, but I'm experiencing poor performance in games like POE2 and League, and I want to ensure I can run future titles as well. My current plan is to buy a 5070 Ti for about 950 euros and pair it with a good Ryzen 5000 processor. However, I'm unsure if this is the best approach. I could consider upgrading to a new motherboard and jumping to DDR5, but that's quite expensive. Additionally, I'd love to hear from anyone with experience using Ryzen 5000 processors on older X370 motherboards, as I've come across some potential issues online.
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Honestly, you might want to check the pricing on other GPUs before settling on the 5070 Ti. Sometimes the 5070 could be a better deal, even if it's not as powerful. If you're leaning toward AMD, the 9070XT is also worth considering—in case you're okay with switching brands after your past experiences with AMD cards.
Honestly, the 5070 Ti paired with a 5800X will give you excellent performance in PoE. I’ve got both in my rig, and it's been fantastic. I also got a 9070XT, and it runs smoothly too if you want a backup option for AMD.
I suggest going for the RTX 5070 Ti along with either the Ryzen 5 5600 or the 5600X. You can grab the CPU for around 115 euros or opt for something like the 5800X3D if you're willing to spend more. This route should give you solid performance at 1440p without needing to switch to AM5 right now. I've been using the 5070 Ti for 1440p gaming, and it's been flawless for me!
That sounds promising! I might just go that route. Thanks for the suggestion!
I'd definitely recommend the 5070 Ti along with a 5800X. It’s been a great combination for PoE, and I’ve had no complaints running it at high settings. Just keep an eye on prices in your area; sometimes the deals can be surprising.
I get that concern with the memory. The 5060 Ti does have 16GB but its performance makes me hesitant too. Future-proofing is always tricky.