Is the GPU the next upgrade i need?

[slothmeister]

Hi guys,

So i built a machine a year and a half ago with random bits that i cobbled together with a plan to upgrade at some point. I've got £350 spare to upgrade, would i be right in saying that the logical thing is for me to replace the GPU next, or do i look at the CPU. If so, what do i go for to get the most bang for my buck?

Current Specs:
Intel Core i5 8400 @ 2.80GHz
32.0GB Dual-Channel DDR4
MAG B365M MORTAR
4GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 (EVGA)
2x Samsung SSD 870 EVO 500GB
LG HDR WQHD 34" Ultra-Wide (3440x1440@60Hz)
NZXT H510 Case

 

[tamzzy]

yes.
this is the upgrade you want: https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/threads/rtx-3060ti-fe.18967719/

 

[Tetras]

It depends on the game really, something like a 3060 Ti or 6700 XT would be a decent upgrade for your budget, especially for 1440p UW. But, it's also true that in some games the low all-core clock speed of your CPU will hold it back.