My i7 8700 isn't performing well anymore, and I'm considering whether to upgrade to an i9 9900K or look for another option. Also, I have a 6GB 3050 GPU and would like to know what would be the best route for upgrading. Would the i9 9900K be a good choice, or should I consider something else?
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If you're looking to upgrade, the 9900K might not be the best choice. It could end up costing you as much as a Ryzen 5600 with a B450 motherboard plus memory, and the Ryzen would generally perform better in games. For a budget of $300-$400, look into a newer Ryzen setup; it could give you much better performance!
I've got the i7 8700 too, and I eventually upgraded the whole system since everything was kinda old. If you want to do it step-by-step, I’d advise starting with the motherboard, CPU, and RAM first. Platforms like AM5 are great for gaming and give you room to grow.
Honestly, the i9 9900K is decent, but they're overpriced for what you get these days. You might find one used for around $200, but for about $78, you could get a brand new Ryzen 5500 which actually outperforms the 9900K. Just swap out your motherboard for around $90, and you can keep your RAM and drives. That way, you’d get a solid upgrade without breaking the bank!
Think about switching to AM4 instead of upgrading to the i9. If you're going to overclock, you might need a new cooling solution and possibly a new PSU, which could complicate things. A Ryzen might just suit your needs better since they're great for gaming.
That's a smart move. Ryzen is really making waves right now for gaming!
That makes a lot of sense; thanks for the tip!