I'm looking to upgrade my GPU from a 3050 and my Intel Core i5-12400F since I've noticed some games, like Helldivers 2, aren't running well at all. My CPU often hits 100% usage, making it tough to play at a decent frame rate. Ideally, I want to focus on upgrading the CPU first and am considering an Intel i7, but I'm not very knowledgeable about these things. My motherboard is a Prime H610M-K D4, and I'm wondering what CPUs would be compatible with it. My budget for the CPU is around 200 euros. As for the GPU, I just want a slight upgrade without breaking the bank. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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Before jumping into an upgrade, have you checked your CPU and GPU usage during gameplay? Sometimes, it's just about optimizing settings. That said, if your CPU runs at 100% in games, it definitely sounds like an upgrade is needed. But finding an i7 within your budget might be tricky. Just a heads up, some newer games do require better specs, like the i5-12600K paired with a powerful GPU, like the RTX 4070 Ti. Just keep an eye on performance metrics too!
Upgrading on that LGA1700 platform has limited options. Your best bet might be to save for an AM5 motherboard and some DDR5 RAM—they’ll set you up for better future upgrades. If you're keen on sticking with Intel, the i7-12700K could work, but it might not be worth it in the long run considering the recent performance issues of Intel chips. If you're open to AMD, the last-gen 7000 series options could also save some cash. For GPU, consider looking into something like the AMD RX 9060 XT, ideally the 16GB version so it lasts longer.
Can you recommend a specific AM5 motherboard and RAM model to consider? It would really help me save up knowing exactly what I need.
Yeah, I've monitored usage and it's definitely hitting the roof during gameplay. I'm really worried how it’ll handle the upcoming games if it’s already struggling now!