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I would upgrade when I can't get 60fps on the games that I am playing on medium settings. But I as it stands at the moment I won't upgrade my i5 4670k or my GTX 780 for at least 4 years :)

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When is the time to upgrade? 

I would think after ca 3 years. 

I will only play on a single 1080p monitor for a while and I currently have fx 6300 and 280x.

 

I play All kinds of games ..

ALL KINDS!

But currently I am playing League of legends and far cry 3, after that.

Perhaps hitman absolution. Or focus more on Payday 2

 

Edit: I have had my computer for ca 2-4 month so I will not be able to upgrade any time soon.

PC  Specs 2022:

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  • CPU
    AMD Ryzen R9 5900x @ 5.1GHz - Auto OC
  • Curve Optimizer Magnitude: -20
  • Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX x570-F Gaming
  • RAM
                                        Kingston Fury 32GB DDR4 3200MHz 16x2GB
  • GPU
    MSI 3070 8GB Ventus 2x OC
  • Case
    LIAN LI LANCOOL MESH II Mesh RGB Black
  • Storage
    Kingston NV1 2TB M.2. NVMe
  • PSU
    Seasonic Focus GX 850w 
  • Display(s)
    MSI OPTIX MAG 251RX IPS 240hz & ASUS MG248Q Vertical 144hz & Dell 60hz
  • Cooling
    NZXT Kraken x73 360mm
  • Keyboard
    Tt eSports Meka G1
  • Mouse
    Logitech G Pro Wireless
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    -Windows 10 Professional 64bit
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Upgrade when you need to.

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When is the time to upgrade? 

I would think after ca 3 years. 

I will only play on a single 1080p monitor for a while and I currently have fx 6300 and 280x.

 

I play All kinds of games ..

ALL KINDS!

But currently I am playing League of legends and far cry 3, after that.

Perhaps hitman absolution. Or focus more on Payday 2.

 

 

It is very hard to tell, you could probably last 3 years but may have to turn settings down near the end. Basically leave it as long as your fps is still bearable.

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Upgrade when you need to.

But how do I know when I need to? 

I am not especially picky, but playing on ultra feels pretty nice after playing on laptops without a dedicated gpu for a while.

PC  Specs 2022:

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  • CPU
    AMD Ryzen R9 5900x @ 5.1GHz - Auto OC
  • Curve Optimizer Magnitude: -20
  • Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX x570-F Gaming
  • RAM
                                        Kingston Fury 32GB DDR4 3200MHz 16x2GB
  • GPU
    MSI 3070 8GB Ventus 2x OC
  • Case
    LIAN LI LANCOOL MESH II Mesh RGB Black
  • Storage
    Kingston NV1 2TB M.2. NVMe
  • PSU
    Seasonic Focus GX 850w 
  • Display(s)
    MSI OPTIX MAG 251RX IPS 240hz & ASUS MG248Q Vertical 144hz & Dell 60hz
  • Cooling
    NZXT Kraken x73 360mm
  • Keyboard
    Tt eSports Meka G1
  • Mouse
    Logitech G Pro Wireless
  • Operating System
    -Windows 10 Professional 64bit
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When is the time to upgrade? 

I would think after ca 3 years. 

I will only play on a single 1080p monitor for a while and I currently have fx 6300 and 280x.

 

I play All kinds of games ..

ALL KINDS!

But currently I am playing League of legends and far cry 3, after that.

Perhaps hitman absolution. Or focus more on Payday 2.

Upgrade when you need to (When your PC starts struggling with the games u r playing)

My PC: http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/MN3YwP


Wish I could afford to do giveaways for you guys, Sorry school doesn't pay me! <3


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Upgrade when you need to (When your PC starts struggling with the games u r playing)

Like medium/low settings to achieve 60+ fps?

PC  Specs 2022:

Spoiler
  • CPU
    AMD Ryzen R9 5900x @ 5.1GHz - Auto OC
  • Curve Optimizer Magnitude: -20
  • Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX x570-F Gaming
  • RAM
                                        Kingston Fury 32GB DDR4 3200MHz 16x2GB
  • GPU
    MSI 3070 8GB Ventus 2x OC
  • Case
    LIAN LI LANCOOL MESH II Mesh RGB Black
  • Storage
    Kingston NV1 2TB M.2. NVMe
  • PSU
    Seasonic Focus GX 850w 
  • Display(s)
    MSI OPTIX MAG 251RX IPS 240hz & ASUS MG248Q Vertical 144hz & Dell 60hz
  • Cooling
    NZXT Kraken x73 360mm
  • Keyboard
    Tt eSports Meka G1
  • Mouse
    Logitech G Pro Wireless
  • Operating System
    -Windows 10 Professional 64bit
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But how do I know when I need to? 

I am not especially picky, but playing on ultra feels pretty nice after playing on laptops without a dedicated gpu for a while.

An indication you need an upgrade would be when you are no longer satisfied with your performance.

If you ever need help with a build, read the following before posting: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/
Also, make sure to quote a post or tag a member when replying or else they won't get a notification that you replied to them.

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But how do I know when I need to? 

I am not especially picky, but playing on ultra feels pretty nice after playing on laptops without a dedicated gpu for a while.

Upgrade when you need more performance, like if you are trying to play a new game, but your system is struggling to play it.

"Audiophilia... when you start to hear voices in your head."

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An indication you need an upgrade would be when you are no longer satisfied with your performance.

I suppose it will take a while then. I don't play a whole lot of demanding games.

PC  Specs 2022:

Spoiler
  • CPU
    AMD Ryzen R9 5900x @ 5.1GHz - Auto OC
  • Curve Optimizer Magnitude: -20
  • Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX x570-F Gaming
  • RAM
                                        Kingston Fury 32GB DDR4 3200MHz 16x2GB
  • GPU
    MSI 3070 8GB Ventus 2x OC
  • Case
    LIAN LI LANCOOL MESH II Mesh RGB Black
  • Storage
    Kingston NV1 2TB M.2. NVMe
  • PSU
    Seasonic Focus GX 850w 
  • Display(s)
    MSI OPTIX MAG 251RX IPS 240hz & ASUS MG248Q Vertical 144hz & Dell 60hz
  • Cooling
    NZXT Kraken x73 360mm
  • Keyboard
    Tt eSports Meka G1
  • Mouse
    Logitech G Pro Wireless
  • Operating System
    -Windows 10 Professional 64bit
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Upgrade when you need more performance, like if you are trying to play a new game, but your system is struggling to play it.

Ok.

PC  Specs 2022:

Spoiler
  • CPU
    AMD Ryzen R9 5900x @ 5.1GHz - Auto OC
  • Curve Optimizer Magnitude: -20
  • Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX x570-F Gaming
  • RAM
                                        Kingston Fury 32GB DDR4 3200MHz 16x2GB
  • GPU
    MSI 3070 8GB Ventus 2x OC
  • Case
    LIAN LI LANCOOL MESH II Mesh RGB Black
  • Storage
    Kingston NV1 2TB M.2. NVMe
  • PSU
    Seasonic Focus GX 850w 
  • Display(s)
    MSI OPTIX MAG 251RX IPS 240hz & ASUS MG248Q Vertical 144hz & Dell 60hz
  • Cooling
    NZXT Kraken x73 360mm
  • Keyboard
    Tt eSports Meka G1
  • Mouse
    Logitech G Pro Wireless
  • Operating System
    -Windows 10 Professional 64bit
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Depends what you need. It is really personal preference 

How is it for you then?

PC  Specs 2022:

Spoiler
  • CPU
    AMD Ryzen R9 5900x @ 5.1GHz - Auto OC
  • Curve Optimizer Magnitude: -20
  • Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX x570-F Gaming
  • RAM
                                        Kingston Fury 32GB DDR4 3200MHz 16x2GB
  • GPU
    MSI 3070 8GB Ventus 2x OC
  • Case
    LIAN LI LANCOOL MESH II Mesh RGB Black
  • Storage
    Kingston NV1 2TB M.2. NVMe
  • PSU
    Seasonic Focus GX 850w 
  • Display(s)
    MSI OPTIX MAG 251RX IPS 240hz & ASUS MG248Q Vertical 144hz & Dell 60hz
  • Cooling
    NZXT Kraken x73 360mm
  • Keyboard
    Tt eSports Meka G1
  • Mouse
    Logitech G Pro Wireless
  • Operating System
    -Windows 10 Professional 64bit
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How is it for you then?

I would upgrade when I can't get 60fps on the games that I am playing on medium settings. But I as it stands at the moment I won't upgrade my i5 4670k or my GTX 780 for at least 4 years :)

My PC: http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/MN3YwP


Wish I could afford to do giveaways for you guys, Sorry school doesn't pay me! <3


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I would upgrade when I can't get 60fps on the games that I am playing on medium settings. But I as it stands at the moment I won't upgrade my i5 4670k or my GTX 780 for at least 4 years :)

Ok.

PC  Specs 2022:

Spoiler
  • CPU
    AMD Ryzen R9 5900x @ 5.1GHz - Auto OC
  • Curve Optimizer Magnitude: -20
  • Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX x570-F Gaming
  • RAM
                                        Kingston Fury 32GB DDR4 3200MHz 16x2GB
  • GPU
    MSI 3070 8GB Ventus 2x OC
  • Case
    LIAN LI LANCOOL MESH II Mesh RGB Black
  • Storage
    Kingston NV1 2TB M.2. NVMe
  • PSU
    Seasonic Focus GX 850w 
  • Display(s)
    MSI OPTIX MAG 251RX IPS 240hz & ASUS MG248Q Vertical 144hz & Dell 60hz
  • Cooling
    NZXT Kraken x73 360mm
  • Keyboard
    Tt eSports Meka G1
  • Mouse
    Logitech G Pro Wireless
  • Operating System
    -Windows 10 Professional 64bit
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