Is My i7 7700K Going to Bottleneck a 5070 Upgrade?
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BlueSkyPirate42
I'm currently using an i7 7700K with a GeForce RTX 2060 and playing games like Call of Duty, FIFA, and F1. I'm considering upgrading to the MSI Trio OC 5070, especially with GTA 6 on the horizon. I'm playing at 4K right now, and I'm worried about potential bottlenecking from my CPU. Do you think I should just upgrade the GPU, or is it time for a complete rebuild with a new CPU, motherboard, and RAM?
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For 4K gaming, especially with future games like GTA VI, I'd say you're going to want a better CPU. The i7 7700K is already struggling with newer GPUs like the 5070. It might be worth waiting for the next-gen releases or even looking into a complete system overhaul before diving into a GPU upgrade.
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Honestly, your i7 7700K is starting to show its age. If you're planning to play GTA 6, it might be best to hold off on the GPU upgrade and save for a full rebuild. That CPU won't give you great performance in newer titles at 4K, and you'll likely experience significant bottlenecking with the 5070.
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You'll definitely face bottlenecking with your current setup. The i7 7700K performs around the level of a 10th Gen i3, which isn't ideal for the 5070. If you're looking to future-proof your system, consider saving a bit longer for a full rebuild. It's also worth noting that new GPUs are on the horizon, like the 18GB 5070 Super, which might be a better investment.
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OldSchoolGamer21: What CPU would you suggest? I thought the 8 cores of the 7900X would be enough for gaming. Also, good to hear about the potential new GPU coming soon!