Recommend CPU / Motherboard Bundle

[simonpieman]

Hello there,​

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The time has come for me to upgrade to a new machine, as I am finding that my existing setup no longer cuts the mustard.​

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My existing setup is as follows:​

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Ryzen 5 3600​

MSI B450 TOMAHAWK​

32GB Corsair Vengence​

2TB Nvme boot drive​

4TB Crucial SSD (Data Drive)​

1050ti Graphics card​

Windows 11 Pro​

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I use rekordbox 7 extensively and am finding that it is lagging on my current setup. Similarly, loading apps such as Outlook, HCL Notes, or even searching for files on the drives can take longer than expected.​

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Can someone recommend a good Processor / Motherboard combo that is going to give me great performance without costing the earth? I would also like to be able to use the Nvme Gen5 drives when the price comes down.​

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Not overly keen on the AMD chips, largely due to slow boot times (unless they have improved recently)​

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Budget wise, I have around £500 to spend on the combo.​

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Thanks.​

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Simon​

 

[simonpieman]

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That's still good system I'd just upgrade CPU and GPU. Maybe do a fresh install declutter debloat. Check indexing is working

Gen 5 drives are pointless, checkout real world use. You'll save about half a second.

Thanks…

What would you recommend as a decent upgrade to the 3600?

Do you think adding say a 3060 GPU would help the Rekordbox lag?