I'm looking to upgrade my brother's computer to improve FPS and graphics for playing Darktide. The current specs are an Intel i3 8100 CPU, an RTX 1660 TI GPU, and a Gigabyte B360M motherboard. I found a potential upgrade to an Intel i7-8700K for $220 CAD. Is this a solid upgrade for what I need? Are there any better options out there?
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Honestly, $220 for the i7-8700K seems a bit steep. For just a little more, around $240, you could grab an i5-12400F and a B760 motherboard instead. This combo would not only be faster and more power-efficient but also supports PCIe Gen 4! If you're looking for even better performance, for about $310 you could go for an i5-12600KF with a suitable motherboard. Definitely worth considering!
It's ridiculous! The new price is closer to $300 CAD. Maybe you should look for a good bundle deal with a new motherboard instead.
Have you looked into the i5-8600K? It’s around $180 new or about $140 used on Amazon in CAD. Just another option to keep in mind if you're after a solid upgrade without going overboard!
Yeah, that's a pretty decent option if you're looking to save some cash while still getting better performance.
OP is in Canada, so those prices might be a little higher there. But yeah, that $220 CAD for the i7 does seem off.