I'm currently running an ASUS Z790E Gaming WiFi motherboard paired with an Intel i7 13700K and an MSI RTX 5070 Ti, along with 32GB of 7000MHz RAM. I've been hearing a lot about Ryzen being the best and that I should switch to an AM5 motherboard with either a Ryzen 7800X3D or Ryzen 7 9800X3D. However, I mainly game casually rather than competitively. Should I really consider this upgrade or stick with what I have?
5 Answers
Honestly, your 13700K is still a strong CPU. Unless you're experiencing issues, there's really no need to upgrade at this point.
There's really no reason for you to upgrade right now. Upgrading should be a necessity, not just a trend.
Instead of switching out your CPU or motherboard, consider upgrading your GPU to something like a 5080 for better performance without the hassle of a full system upgrade.
A flat-out no to the upgrade. Just keep your BIOS updated and you're good to go!
Only change if your current setup isn't meeting your needs. If it's working fine for you, don't feel pressured to upgrade.
Totally agree! While the 9800X3D and 7800X3D are great chips, upgrading from the 13700K isn't justified unless you're building a new system.