I'm excited because my new RTX 5070Ti and an 850W PSU arrive tomorrow! I'm using it with my current i7-10700 CPU and 32GB of RAM. I'm a bit concerned about potential bottlenecking, especially since RAM prices are quite high right now. Should I upgrade my CPU right away, or can I make do for now?
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Consider a 14600K or 5800XT for your build. You can reuse your current RAM with those!
You're set for 1440p gaming at least, with minimal risk of bottlenecking. The i7-10700 should handle the 5070Ti pretty well!
I've heard performance can vary by game, but it should definitely be better than your previous 2080 Super!
I just got a 5070 Ti too, and I have a 4K monitor. I'm looking for CPU recommendations since I have a Ryzen 3700X. Any thoughts?
A Ryzen 5700X or 5800X would be perfect for your needs!
If you're thinking long-term, go with an AM5 setup. It's got support until 2028, so you'll have plenty of upgrade options!
You can definitely stick with your setup until you can afford a CPU or RAM upgrade. Just keep an eye on those prices!
Right? I'm worried RAM costs might keep climbing too!
Are those the best options for an AM4 setup?