Hey everyone! I'm looking to upgrade my CPU because my current setup feels a bit sluggish during gaming. Right now, I have an RTX 3060 Ti, an i5-10400f, 16GB of 2666 MHz RAM, and a 550w PSU with a Prime B460M-K motherboard. I've noticed I'm only getting under 180 fps in Valorant on low graphics settings, which doesn't seem right. My budget for the CPU is between $250 and $350, or 1600-2200 DKK, but I'm open to suggestions a bit above that if it makes sense. I mainly want to play games smoothly, especially hoping to run Arc Raiders well. I don't mind paying extra for a new motherboard or PSU if needed, so my focus is strictly on which CPU to get. Thanks for your help!
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Considering your budget, you might want to look into the Intel 10600K or 10700K. Those will pair nicely with your current components and provide a decent performance boost. Since you mentioned you're fine with a new motherboard, the 11700K could be a great choice as well, particularly if you can find one for a good price. Also, keep an eye on the second-hand market!
If you're open to changing your motherboard, you could grab a Ryzen 5700X or 5800X, which will also give you that extra edge in gaming, especially at 1080p. Just note that you'd need a compatible motherboard and potentially new RAM if you're switching to an AM4 setup. But if you can manage that, it's worth it for the performance!
True, but I think the i5-13600K is still going to be a better fit for gaming and you won't need to worry about the memory compatibility issues.
That's a solid suggestion! But have you looked into the 13600K? It's around $270 in your area and can really crank up your gaming performance.