I'm currently running a Ryzen 5700X with an X470-F motherboard, a 4070 Super graphics card, and 16GB of DDR4 3200 RAM across three 1440p monitors. I've noticed that 16GB of RAM feels a bit limiting, especially when I'm gaming while using Discord and watching a video. However, with RAM prices being high, adding another 16GB seems like a tough sell. I'm considering purchasing a $600 bundle from Microcenter that includes a 7800X3D processor and 32GB of DDR5 6000 RAM. Do you think I would see a significant performance boost at 1440p, or should I just get another 16GB stick of DDR4 and hold off until the AM6 platform?
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You might want to consider getting a 32GB DDR4 kit from a place like hardware swap for around $150. If you're at 12GB now, you likely have a mismatched memory set, which won't perform as well. Upgrading that could be a better use of your funds than jumping to a 7800X3D right now.
I'd recommend keeping the 5700X. While the 7800X3D’s extra cache could mean smoother gameplay, the current upgrade may not deliver enough value. Try to check if your CPU is really limiting your performance—tracking your CPU and GPU usage can give insights. If 120fps works fine for you, you might not need to push for 240fps. Just keep your cash for now!
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