I'm trying to decide whether to upgrade my current build or completely rebuild it. My rig mostly handles casual gaming at 1440p, maintaining a stable 60+ fps. The only hiccups I face are with modded Minecraft (especially with shaders) and Cyberpunk 2077. For reference, you can check my current setup (aside from RAM and case fans). I'm budget-conscious and open to buying used parts for the best value. I'm thinking about getting either an i7-10700k or an i7-11700k bundle. Along with that, I would like to add a Peerless Assassin 120 cooler and a power supply (either 750W or 850W) to accommodate a future GPU upgrade. Right now, I have a 3070 Ti FE that I got for a steal at $220, but I'm hesitant to keep it if my power supply isn't sufficient. Alternatively, I've considered an AMD Ryzen 5 9600X bundle, but it also requires a better PSU. I'm not after the latest tech; I just want something that can handle big modpacks and run Cyberpunk 2077 better.
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As someone who's been running an i7-11700k for a couple of years, I'd suggest looking at the i5-12600k. It has more cores and delivers way better performance, almost no bottleneck. For about $100 more, you can grab a solid setup that’ll last you a while. Plus, adding a decent AIO cooler might help with temps if you're overclocking.
Can I PM you for more details on your setup?
Honestly, the 10700K and 11700K aren’t super fast enough to justify sticking with the LGA1200 platform. If you're considering a rebuild, check out the 7700X or 7600X3D bundles instead; they're better value for the performance you'd get. And if you're worried about the power supply, a 550W should be enough for a stock 3070 Ti and either of those Ryzen options.
If 550W is enough, I might lean towards the Ryzen 7 7700X. It’s about $400 after tax, plus I could sell my old parts for some cash back. Any idea how much I could get for my CPU and RAM?
I appreciate the advice! Why do you recommend an AIO cooler? I've always preferred air coolers since they're less likely to fail. Just curious!