I have an older PC setup that's about 8 years old, featuring an Intel Core i7-6700K processor, a Gigabyte GA-Z170XP-SLI motherboard, and an RX 6700 XT graphics card that I bought 2 years ago. My current RAM is 16GB running at 2133 speed. I primarily game at 1080p and don't require more than 60 FPS, and up until now, I've had no performance issues. However, when I tried using the Unreal Engine 5, my system slowed down a lot, leading me to believe I might need more RAM since my motherboard supports a max of 64GB. I've been contemplating whether to just upgrade the RAM for about $150 or invest in a completely new system that could cost over $3000. What do you think? How long until my PC might struggle with gaming?
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Building a new PC with modern parts could be a smart move, especially if you keep your current GPU. You could get a new CPU, RAM, and motherboard for less than $500. Just keep an eye on other components like your case and PSU, but this could be a cost-effective upgrade without needing to shell out for a full build just yet.
I'd hold off on upgrading anything unless you can't play games at the settings you want. Your RAM speed is kind of holding you back, though. Have you checked if enabling XMP could give you a little performance boost? That might help until you really feel the need for a complete overhaul.
You're definitely feeling the effects of an aging CPU with that setup, especially when it comes to demanding tasks like Unreal Engine 5. Your GPU is more than capable for 1080p gaming, but your CPU is bottlenecking your performance by about 18%. If you're planning to keep this system for a long time, consider a budget-friendly AM5 build with something like a Ryzen 7500F. It’ll give you a nice performance boost for a few years without breaking the bank.
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