Pc upgrade newbie

[JasonTodd237]

Hello there,

 

So I'm looking to upgrade my pc, see my current (and first) build.

But I feel the need for more power while gaming, I want to reach 144 fps while gaming on 1440p.

So my question is, will an upgrade to a Gigabyte GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER 8 GB help?

Or are there too many flaws in my current build?

 

love to hear your thoughts!

 

cheers

 

First build

PCPartPicker Part List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/xKvvNq

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor 
• CPU Cooler: Corsair H75 2018 64 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler 
• Motherboard: ASRock B450 Pro4 ATX AM4 Motherboard  
• Memory: Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory 
• Storage: Samsung 860 Evo 1 TB 2.5" Solid State Drive   
• Video Card: MSI Radeon RX 580 8 GB ARMOR OC Video Card
• Case: Corsair 100R ATX Mid Tower Case
• Power Supply: Cooler Master MasterWatt 650 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-modular ATX

 

Adjusted build I have in mind (I've highlighted the changed parts, I like the build of the NZXT):

PCPartPicker Part List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/LHCqWb

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor 
• CPU Cooler: Corsair H75 2018 64 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler 
• Motherboard: ASRock B450M PRO4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard
• Memory: Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory 
• Storage: Samsung 860 Evo 1 TB 2.5" Solid State Drive 
• Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER 8 GB GAMING OC Video Card 
• Case: NZXT H510 ATX Mid Tower Case (white)
• Power Supply: Cooler Master MasterWatt 650 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-modular ATX Power Supply

 

[boggy77]

should work well. you won't get 144 fps in many games, but you'll get 100+ in plenty.

h510 doesn't have that great airflow, maybe look for a different one.

another option is to get a 2070 super and get a 3600

 

https://www.gpucheck.com/en-usd/compare/nvidia-geforce-rtx-2080-super-vs-nvidia-geforce-rtx-2070-super/amd-ryzen-5-2600-vs-amd-ryzen-5-3600/high/high/-vs-

[JasonTodd237]

Just now, boggy77 said:

should work well. you won't get 144 fps in many games, but you'll get 100+ in plenty.

h510 doesn't have that great airflow, maybe look for a different one.

another option is to get a 2070 super and save some money for when ryzen 4600 appears

Hi Boggy77,

 

thanks for the quick reply!

 

I do have some questions:

• Do you know what would it take to get near the 144 fps?
• Do you have any recommendation for a different white case with usb c port on top?

[boggy77]

2 minutes ago, JasonTodd237 said:

Do you have any recommendation for a different white case with usb c port on top?

Fractal Design Meshify S2

2 minutes ago, JasonTodd237 said:

Do you know what would it take to get near the 144 fps?

depends on the game. but a 3600 with a 2070 super might be more balanced

[Mateyyy]

Depends on the games you play. If they can take advantage of all 12 threads of your 2600, then a 2080S could stretch its legs and easily offer a huge boost in performance, but if they are more single-core dependant, then the 2600 might hold it back slightly.

@boggy77's option is really good, going with a 2070S and upgrading the CPU to a Ryzen 3600, as that would be a lot more balanced. That being said, if you think you'll be able to save up some more money in the next few months, then you could just go with the 2080S and upgrade the CPU later on. That way, you'll still get better than 2070S-level performance in some games now, and then unlock the 2080S's full performance once you also upgrade your CPU later on down the line.

[JasonTodd237]

22 hours ago, Mateyyy said:

Depends on the games you play. If they can take advantage of all 12 threads of your 2600, then a 2080S could stretch its legs and easily offer a huge boost in performance, but if they are more single-core dependant, then the 2600 might hold it back slightly.

@boggy77's option is really good, going with a 2070S and upgrading the CPU to a Ryzen 3600, as that would be a lot more balanced. That being said, if you think you'll be able to save up some more money in the next few months, then you could just go with the 2080S and upgrade the CPU later on. That way, you'll still get better than 2070S-level performance in some games now, and then unlock the 2080S's full performance once you also upgrade your CPU later on down the line.

Thanks @mateyyy and @boggy77. I’ll go for the 2080s and upgrade the cpu later on. 
 

What would be a great cpu for the 2080s?

[boggy77]

10 minutes ago, JasonTodd237 said:

Thanks @mateyyy and @boggy77. I’ll go for the 2080s and upgrade the cpu later on. 
 

What would be a great cpu for the 2080s?

if later on means a year or so later, wait for the ryzen 4000 series release.

if it means a few months, the 3700x

[JasonTodd237]

4 minutes ago, boggy77 said:

if later on means a year or so later, wait for the ryzen 4000 series release.

if it means a few months, the 3700x

Alright, I might upgrade in a few months. However if my current cpu is seems okay, I’ll upgrade in about a year or so. 
 

I really appreciate the help!