What’s the Best Way to Upgrade My PC for Better Gaming Performance?

I’d suggest upgrading both your CPU and GPU when you can. The AMD 5700X3D is a solid choice for gaming on the AM4 platform! It’ll definitely give you a boost in performance.

In gaming, the GPU usually has a greater impact compared to the CPU, unless you're into simulation games or need super high refresh rates. Just a heads up, GPUs can be pricey! I recently did a build where the GPU alone was over half the total cost of my setup. Keep in mind that upgrading the graphics card may require a new power supply too. Also, considering moving to a newer platform (like AM5) might not raise the total costs much compared to just upgrading your GPU.

Since games like League and Bloons aren't too demanding, you might not feel the need to upgrade right away for those. However, BF6 can really strain the CPU, so if that’s your main game, consider a GPU upgrade first. Since your AM4 board is getting old, think about future-proofing with a better GPU now, and save for a full system upgrade later. If you need a CPU upgrade fast, maybe look at a cheaper Ryzen 5000 model like the 5600X just for the short term.

What's your budget looking like? That would help narrow down the best options for upgrades.

BF6 does max out a lot of CPUs, especially in beta testing. It could be worth waiting for the official release before making any decisions on upgrades, just in case they fix the performance issues for CPUs.