Done!
Now then, how much does a Ryzen 5 2600 go for these days?
Now then, how much does a Ryzen 5 2600 go for these days?
Ryzen 5 2600 upgrade to keep up with 3060Ti
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Cheers for the help!
While Intel is a good option especially with the 11400F which I'd recommend for most people looking for a gaming focused build over the 5600X because it's a lot cheaper while still being close with performance the fact you already have a B450 that supports the 5600X via the latest bios offsets any extra cost and makes it the sensible choice.
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Not at 1080p, is mostly passable at 1440p but not recommended. A R3600 is about right for a 3060 ti IMO.
Sorry mate, was that a response to my question about switching to Intel?
I game at 1440p.
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Sorry, was in answer to the original question, didn't see the edits. When it comes to switching to Intel, I'd say the 11400 of 11600k would be a nice upgrade from a 2600, although personally I'd keep to a CPU which would fit in your existing motherboard.
At the moment there are some "B grade" (unboxed or lightly used) 3700x's going for £215, https://www.overclockers.co.uk/b-gr...hz-socket-am4-processor-retail-bg-12d-am.html
I'd personally get one of these or the 5600x you mentioned. Both area great options.
Ahh gotcha.
Yep, I went for the £240 5600X
Made the most sense with the motherboard I have. Hard to believe I've had this 2600 for over 2 years, it's served me so well.Wow that's a pretty hefty reduction for that 3700X!
@Shashman would be interested to hear what improvement it makes as I've a similar setup to you with a 2600 and a 3600ti FE. What's your opinion on the monitor you have? I'm looking for a larger 1440 to replace my 24" 1080p TN panel. Wondering if a drop from 144Hz to 75Hz would be that noticeable. Thx
I went from a TN to this IPS monitor and it's been exellent it's also discounted right now.
My basket at Overclockers UK:
- 1 x LG 27GL850-B 27" 2560x1440 NANO IPS 144Hz 1ms FreeSync/G-Sync Compatible Widescreen LED Gaming Monit= £339.95
Total: £351.05 (includes shipping: £11.10)
Let me know if there's any sort of benchmarking you'd like me to do, as tbh the only game I really play is Escape from Tarkov. I've got 3D Mark too actually.
With regards to my AOC Q3279VWFD8 monitor, I really can't complain. I paid £198 for it new, 2 and a half years ago and for that price there's just no complaining. I think it's going for around 220 at the moment, which is still decent. Also, it's huge. I also had a 24" 1080p before this and I was just blown away by the difference. It was actually someone on here who knows his stuff about monitors who recommended it to me. I've never used a monitor with higher refresh rate than the 75Hz this one has but based on how much people go on about high refresh rates in general, I'd say you will notice the difference. At the end of the day though, you're getting sooo much more screen real estate so I guess it comes down to what's more important for you: value for money or size and refresh rate. Again, for the cost of this monitor, I think it strikes a really good balance.
Edit: Found the thread where I was told about the AOC Q3279VWFD8 monitor:
https://www.overclockers.co.uk/foru...30-ips-gaming-monitor.18838962/#post-32323196
Tamzy was the guy, very knowledgeable and helpful!
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Well it arrived today, so did a quick few runs on 3DMark. Haven't tested it with any games yet.
Not bad for a cheap-ish upgrade.
Not bad for a cheap-ish upgrade.
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You are the luckiest guy if you can get a 3060