I'm thinking about upgrading my motherboard and CPU since my current setup is pretty outdated and struggles with my gaming and streaming needs. Here are my current specs:
- CPU: Intel i5-6600k @ 3.5GHz
- RAM: DDR4 (open to changing this)
- GPU: Nvidia RTX 3060ti (I might upgrade this later)
If you need any other details, just let me know because I'm a bit lost on what I should do next!
3 Answers
It sounds like you really need a new motherboard. Depending on what you have right now, you might be able to fit in a 7th gen chip, but moving to 8th or 9th gen won't work with your current setup. Plus, upgrading from a 6th to a 7th gen CPU really isn't worth it since both are pretty ancient and no longer supported. If you're getting a new motherboard anyway, I'd suggest going for DDR5 memory too. What's your budget looking like?
Your budget is a key factor, but generally, a 14600k is pretty affordable and would pair nicely with a decent motherboard and at least 32GB of RAM for a significant upgrade. If you're willing to spend a bit more, going for a 7700x on AMD's AM5 platform would really enhance your performance, especially when streaming and gaming at the same time.
If you're flexible with your budget, I'd suggest looking into the AM4 or ideally the AM5 platform. You could build a decent AM4 setup for around $100, which would allow future CPU upgrades without needing to replace the motherboard again. For about $350-$400, AM5 is a solid option. Let me know your exact budget, and I can recommend a specific CPU!
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