Long time no see.!

[MVPernula]

Budget (including currency): 

Whatever's needed. Let's not be excessive though.

 

Country: 

Sweden

 

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: 

Photoshop, Premiere, Capture One, Lightroom, Blender. Games, but doesn't have to be at 200++FPS on triple 4K displays. You get it!

 

Other details (existing parts lists, whether any peripherals are needed, what you're upgrading from, when you're going to buy, what resolution and refresh rate you want to play at, etc): 

 

*Breathes in* 

SO! Here we are.

 

I'm looking to upgrade. Boy has it been a while, yet not long at all. Be somewhat out of the game for a year or two and you'll totally lose track of "what's hot".

Since this August I've started studying. "Digital Image Processing". This, as described above, means I need to run heavy stuff.

This is something my current PC can run, without a doubt, but it has had some hickups on the CPU and RAM mostly. Things aren't running as fast as I'd like them to. (even though I clocked the CPU to 4.5GHz)

Then again, I have no clue if something else also should get upgraded while I'm at it. I don't think intels extreme platform is something I want to go for again.
Gaming is secondary for this rig.

 

TLDR:
I mainly want to upgrade RAM and CPU, do you think I need anything else?

The GPU does what it has to for the time being.

 

This is my old machine.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	Intel Core i7-5820K 3.3 GHz 6-Core Processor
CPU Cooler	Corsair H100i 77 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
Motherboard	Asus X99-S ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard
Memory	Corsair Vengeance LED 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 CL15 Memory
Storage	Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive	$107.99 @ Adorama
Storage	Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive	$107.99 @ Adorama
Storage	Western Digital Blue 2 TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive	$61.99 @ Western Digital
Video Card	MSI GeForce GTX 1080 8 GB ARMOR OC Video Card	$749.99 @ Amazon
Case	Fractal Design Define R5 ATX Mid Tower Case	$123.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply	EVGA G2 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
Optical Drive	Asus BW-14D1XT Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 10 Pro Full 32/64-bit	$189.99 @ Newegg
Monitor	LG 27UL650-W 27.0" 3840x2160 60 Hz Monitor	$424.74 @ Amazon
Keyboard	Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard
Mouse	Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum Wired Optical Mouse	$79.98 @ Amazon
Headphones	Sennheiser HD 599 Headphones	$199.95 @ Adorama
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	$2046.61
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-11-18 14:40 EST-0500

 

Any thoughts and help is appreciated, thanks!

[Downkey]

Co

Just now, MVPernula said:

Budget (including currency): 

Whatever's needed. Let's not be excessive though.

 

Country: 

Sweden

 

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: 

Photoshop, Premiere, Capture One, Lightroom, Blender. Games, but doesn't have to be at 200++FPS on triple 4K displays. You get it!

 

Other details (existing parts lists, whether any peripherals are needed, what you're upgrading from, when you're going to buy, what resolution and refresh rate you want to play at, etc): 

 

*Breathes in* 

SO! Here we are.

 

I'm looking to upgrade. Boy has it been a while, yet not long at all. Be somewhat out of the game for a year or two and you'll totally lose track of "what's hot".

Since this August I've started studying. "Digital Image Processing". This, as described above, means I need to run heavy stuff.

This is something my current PC can run, without a doubt, but it has had some hickups on the CPU and RAM mostly. Things aren't running as fast as I'd like them to. (even though I clocked the CPU to 4.5GHz)

Then again, I have no clue if something else also should get upgraded while I'm at it. I don't think intels extreme platform is something I want to go for again.
Gaming is secondary for this rig.

 

TLDR:
I mainly want to upgrade RAM and CPU, do you think I need anything else?

The GPU does what it has to for the time being.

 

This is my old machine.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	Intel Core i7-5820K 3.3 GHz 6-Core Processor
CPU Cooler	Corsair H100i 77 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
Motherboard	Asus X99-S ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard
Memory	Corsair Vengeance LED 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 CL15 Memory
Storage	Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive	$107.99 @ Adorama
Storage	Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive	$107.99 @ Adorama
Storage	Western Digital Blue 2 TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive	$61.99 @ Western Digital
Video Card	MSI GeForce GTX 1080 8 GB ARMOR OC Video Card	$749.99 @ Amazon
Case	Fractal Design Define R5 ATX Mid Tower Case	$123.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply	EVGA G2 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
Optical Drive	Asus BW-14D1XT Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 10 Pro Full 32/64-bit	$189.99 @ Newegg
Monitor	LG 27UL650-W 27.0" 3840x2160 60 Hz Monitor	$424.74 @ Amazon
Keyboard	Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard
Mouse	Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum Wired Optical Mouse	$79.98 @ Amazon
Headphones	Sennheiser HD 599 Headphones	$199.95 @ Adorama
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	$2046.61
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-11-18 14:40 EST-0500

 

Any thoughts and help is appreciated, thanks!

Considering that you only have "minor hiccups" a 5600X should do just fine. If you want a better CPU you can upgrade to a 5800x/5900x 

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor	kr2576.00
Motherboard	Asus TUF GAMING X570-PLUS ATX AM4 Motherboard	kr2128.00 @ Computersalg
Memory	Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory	kr1001.90 @ Computersalg
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	kr5705.90
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-11-18 20:57 CET+0100

 

 

[Barry B. Benson Jr.]

Hmmm I'd say maybe get 32GB of RAM (2x16GB) of whatever brand you like most but I see you like the vengeance so maybe go with that it's a quite good memory kit. Maybe go with the i9 10900k I'm not an expert on intel, but that's what I'd say

[Fasauceome]

@SavageNeo is that you?

/s

 

3 minutes ago, Downkey said:

Co

Considering that you only have "minor hiccups" a 5600X should do just fine. If you want a better CPU you can upgrade to a 5800x/5900x 

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor	kr2576.00
Motherboard	Asus TUF GAMING X570-PLUS ATX AM4 Motherboard	kr2128.00 @ Computersalg
Memory	Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory	kr1001.90 @ Computersalg
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	kr5705.90
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-11-18 20:57 CET+0100

 

it's solid but for the Blender and other render uses outlined, I'd recommend something more like a 5900X for sure.

[Barry B. Benson Jr.]

Just now, Barry B. Benson Jr. said:

Hmmm I'd say maybe get 32GB of RAM (2x16GB) of whatever brand you like most but I see you like the vengeance so maybe go with that it's a quite good memory kit. Maybe go with the i9 10900k I'm not an expert on intel, but that's what I'd say

And sell the i7 so you spend similar to only the upgrade cost if you can/want to

[Downkey]

Just now, Barry B. Benson Jr. said:

Hmmm I'd say maybe get 32GB of RAM (2x16GB) of whatever brand you like most but I see you like the vengeance so maybe go with that it's a quite good memory kit. Maybe go with the i9 10900k I'm not an expert on intel, but that's what I'd say

He said he was only having problems with his CPU, why upgrade the RAM to 32GB?

[SavageNeo]

1 minute ago, Fasauceome said:

is that you?

I was confused a bit. 

 

Dang it @MVPernula 

 

Seems liek you got your questions answered

[Barry B. Benson Jr.]

Just now, Downkey said:

He said he was only having problems with his CPU, why upgrade the RAM to 32GB?

He did say he wanted to upgrade the ram too bc the hiccups were on the cpu and ram mostly but it's not necessary 16GB is pretty good for most programs

[MVPernula]

14 minutes ago, Downkey said:

Co

Considering that you only have "minor hiccups" a 5600X should do just fine. If you want a better CPU you can upgrade to a 5800x/5900x 

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor	kr2576.00
Motherboard	Asus TUF GAMING X570-PLUS ATX AM4 Motherboard	kr2128.00 @ Computersalg
Memory	Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory	kr1001.90 @ Computersalg
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	kr5705.90
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-11-18 20:57 CET+0100

 

Well I dont want to have to upgrade again in a year or two. This CPU has done me well for about 5years. I'm hoping this next one will do the same.

[MVPernula]

10 minutes ago, Barry B. Benson Jr. said:

And sell the i7 so you spend similar to only the upgrade cost if you can/want to

I'll definitely do this.

[SavageNeo]

Had to change my profile pic now. 

 

2 minutes ago, Barry B. Benson Jr. said:

He did say he wanted to upgrade the ram too bc the hiccups were on the cpu and ram mostly but it's not necessary 16GB is pretty good for most programs

for Blender 16 gb should suffice.

 

@MVPernula

I would keep the drives, psu and the case. You oculd go with better airflow case but that is up to you. Also how old is your cooler? You probably cannot get AM4 bracket from

corsair free.

 

These should be fine for blender (32 gigs of ram is up to you, blender runs fien with 16, but better with 32)

 

Spoiler

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3.8 GHz 8-Core Processor	kr4500.00
Motherboard	MSI B550-A PRO ATX AM4 Motherboard	kr1532.00 @ Computersalg
Memory	Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory	kr1001.90 @ Computersalg
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	kr7033.90
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-11-18 21:09 CET+0100

 

Spoiler

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 9 5900X 3.7 GHz 12-Core Processor	kr6000.00
Motherboard	MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK ATX AM4 Motherboard	kr1823.00 @ Computersalg
Memory	Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory	kr1001.90 @ Computersalg
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	kr8824.90
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-11-18 21:10 CET+0100

 

 

or cheap but good upgrade: 

Spoiler

https://se.pcpartpicker.com/list/wj2mCz

 

[MVPernula]

13 minutes ago, Barry B. Benson Jr. said:

Hmmm I'd say maybe get 32GB of RAM (2x16GB) of whatever brand you like most but I see you like the vengeance so maybe go with that it's a quite good memory kit. Maybe go with the i9 10900k I'm not an expert on intel, but that's what I'd say

 

10 minutes ago, Downkey said:

He said he was only having problems with his CPU, why upgrade the RAM to 32GB?

Would it be an alright idea to add 2x8 to my current kit?

[Barry B. Benson Jr.]

Just now, MVPernula said:

 

Would it be an alright idea to add 2x8 to my current kit?

Yea it can def save you some money and I would just get the same exact kit so there's nothing wrong and you run at the correct frequency

[Barry B. Benson Jr.]

1 minute ago, MVPernula said:

 

Would it be an alright idea to add 2x8 to my current kit?

But 16GB should be fine unless you want to be doing some really heavy work but if it's in your budget then I see no reason to upgrade so you don't need to upgrade in the future

[MVPernula]

1 minute ago, SavageNeo said:

Had to change my profile pic now. 

 

for Blender 16 gb should suffice.

 

@MVPernula

I would keep the drives, psu and the case. You oculd go with better airflow case but that is up to you. Also how old is your cooler? You probably cannot get AM4 bracket from

corsair free.

 

These should be fine for blender (32 gigs of ram is up to you, blender runs fien with 16, but better with 32)

 

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PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3.8 GHz 8-Core Processor	kr4500.00
Motherboard	MSI B550-A PRO ATX AM4 Motherboard	kr1532.00 @ Computersalg
Memory	Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory	kr1001.90 @ Computersalg
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	kr7033.90
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-11-18 21:09 CET+0100

 

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PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 9 5900X 3.7 GHz 12-Core Processor	kr6000.00
Motherboard	MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK ATX AM4 Motherboard	kr1823.00 @ Computersalg
Memory	Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory	kr1001.90 @ Computersalg
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	kr8824.90
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-11-18 21:10 CET+0100

 

 

or cheap but good upgrade: 

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https://se.pcpartpicker.com/list/wj2mCz

 

Is Ryzen 9 the equivalent to Intel i9's? Just to get things clarified.

 

The cooler might also get switched, just to keep things tidy. The RGB died 2 years ago.

[MVPernula]

3 minutes ago, Barry B. Benson Jr. said:

Yea it can def save you some money and I would just get the same exact kit so there's nothing wrong and you run at the correct frequency

Awesome, thanks!

[Barry B. Benson Jr.]

Just now, MVPernula said:

Awesome, thanks!

No problem man! Glad I could help

[SavageNeo]

Just now, MVPernula said:

Is Ryzen 9 the equivalent to Intel i9's?

Much better. Has more cores = better multithreaded performance. IT also has better single core performance= better than Intel in gaming.

Also lower power usage and pcie 4.0 support.

[SavageNeo]

2 minutes ago, MVPernula said:

The cooler might also get switched, just to keep things tidy.

since you do not have a glass panel how about Artic Freezer II 360mm or 420mm aio on the top? they are one of the best aios, but they do not look that good.

 

[SavageNeo]

Also how much space is left on the top when you have the h100i mounted? the freezer II is little over 10mm thickker. if it does not fit, get slim rad on the top, or the freezer II 280mm on the front.

[MVPernula]

14 minutes ago, SavageNeo said:

since you do not have a glass panel how about Artic Freezer II 360mm or 420mm aio on the top? they are one of the best aios, but they do not look that good.

 

I realize now I have the wrong chassis in my parts list.

 

I have the Fractal Design R6 with a glass panel.

[SavageNeo]

10 hours ago, MVPernula said:

I realize now I have the wrong chassis in my parts list.

 

I have the Fractal Design R6 with a glass panel.

it still should support 360mm/420m rad on the top.

[VEXICUS]

To should sell your existing cpu, mobo, combo and purchase the latest zen3 cpu (5900x).

[MVPernula]

5 hours ago, VEXICUS said:

To should sell your existing cpu, mobo, combo and purchase the latest zen3 cpu (5900x).

I'll probably sell the RAM as well. I can find matching ones, but they're ridiculously expensive. Probably becuase they're old enough to be "rare". It'll almost cost me as much getting two of the same as I already have (16GB) as getting a new set ot 32GB.

[VEXICUS]

9 minutes ago, MVPernula said:

I'll probably sell the RAM as well. I can find matching ones, but they're ridiculously expensive. Probably becuase they're old enough to be "rare". It'll almost cost me as much getting two of the same as I already have (16GB) as getting a new set ot 32GB.

That's a good idea. Try selling that cpu+Mobo+ram combo for around $300. And get yourself a r9 5900x + a decent x570 board + 16/32gb 3600mhz cl16 kit.