How can I get ready for Cyberpunk & other modern games?

[Sharkhouse]

Current build:
Processor - Intel i7-5820K CPU @ 3.30GHz
Mobo - ASUS X99-A
RAM - Corsair Vengeance LPX: 16285 Mb @ 3000MHz
GPU - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 VRAM: 4095 MB

1 monitor @ 60Hz in 1920*1080
Windows 10 (64 bit)

No VR

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Been working through my back-catalogue on steam for about 2 years; haven't bought any new games or paid any attention to the new tech that's come on to the market.
Floating the idea of upgrading the computer.
At a minimum I'm looking for medium graphics settings @60fps for Cyberpunk 2020, Doom Eternal and Halo infinite. Also liking the idea of playing Half-life Alyx at some point.

Budget is £1000 but very flexible as I'm not in a hurry.

What's worth getting?
What's worth knowing about?

Thanks

 

[Speed]

Been working through my back-catalogue on steam for about 2 years; haven't bought any new games or paid any attention to the new tech that's come on to the market.

Smart!

Just wait to see what Ampere (RTX3000 series) brings / does to the market and go from there. Are you planning on changing your monitor? 1080p @ 60Hz is very achievable with current hardware so you could pick something up 2nd hand when people upgrade.

 

[MissChief]

I’d recommend a whole new machine tbh. Not much from that can be carried over.

 

[lee32uk]

You might be fine with just a gpu upgrade. I would try that first before going for a full overhaul. If you are sticking with 1080p/60Hz then a 5700XT or 2070 Super would be more than good enough.

 

[mickyflinn]

You might be fine with just a gpu upgrade. I would try that first before going for a full overhaul. If you are sticking with 1080p/60Hz then a 5700XT or 2070 Super would be more than good enough.

This .

The above gpu,s will run 1440p no problem

How much do you want to spend on a gpu ?

1660 super can be had £210 Will be more then adequate for that monitor.

 

[MissChief]

This .

The above gpu,s will run 1440p no problem

How much do you want to spend on a gpu ?

1660 super can be had £210 Will be more then adequate for that monitor.

If he has a budget of £1k he should use it. There’s a real chance that Cyperpunk will stress his CPU quite heavily.

 

[Gray2233]

It's pointless buying now when the game isn't even out and there's new hardware due out later this year.

The 5820K is still a very capable CPU for gaming, I'd look into OC'ing if it's at stock and see where you stand when the game launches.

Chances are you'll be fine just popping a new GPU in.

 

[heatonpkmassive]

If he has a budget of £1k he should use it. There’s a real chance that Cyperpunk will stress his CPU quite heavily.

But worth getting a decent GPU first and trying that.

 

[Sharkhouse]

Smart!

Just wait to see what Ampere (RTX3000 series) brings / does to the market and go from there. Are you planning on changing your monitor? 1080p @ 60Hz is very achievable with current hardware so you could pick something up 2nd hand when people upgrade.

Thanks. I don't like letting things go to waste
I'll probably go dual monitor, don't know if i should get something with greater resolution, increased refresh rate or both. The money is the issue, and picking which parts to get when.

 

[Sharkhouse]

I’d recommend a whole new machine tbh. Not much from that can be carried over.

I'd rather avoid this if possible but I understand most of my stuff is hitting that retirement age limit.

You might be fine with just a gpu upgrade. I would try that first before going for a full overhaul. If you are sticking with 1080p/60Hz then a 5700XT or 2070 Super would be more than good enough.

This .

The above gpu,s will run 1440p no problem

How much do you want to spend on a gpu ?

1660 super can be had £210 Will be more then adequate for that monitor.

It's pointless buying now when the game isn't even out and there's new hardware due out later this year.

The 5820K is still a very capable CPU for gaming, I'd look into OC'ing if it's at stock and see where you stand when the game launches.

Chances are you'll be fine just popping a new GPU in.

I'll look at new GPU's and overclocking then. Apparently the CPU will boost to 4.1GHz so I'll read up on that and give it a try.

If he has a budget of £1k he should use it. There’s a real chance that Cyperpunk will stress his CPU quite heavily.

Having money doesn't mean I need to spend it. If I can avoid spending anything I will. I'm quite comfortable with less than best and besides £1000 is enough for a good holiday. If I can upgrade the PC and go on holiday then I'm really winning.

 

[lee32uk]

If he has a budget of £1k he should use it. There’s a real chance that Cyperpunk will stress his CPU quite heavily.

Why ? No need to spend money just for the sake of it. A 6c/12t cpu is still relevant. Better to try a gpu upgrade first before potentially wasting money on a full upgrade. If the 5820K struggles then he can swap it out.

 

[mickyflinn]

Why ? No need to spend money just for the sake of it. A 6c/12t cpu is still relevant. Better to try a gpu upgrade first before potentially wasting money on a full upgrade. If the 5820K struggles then he can swap it out.

This

Maybe go for a more cable gpu than the 1660 super i sugested to hit 60fps in cyberpunk.

 

[Sharkhouse]

Thanks for your help chaps

 

[mickyflinn]

Thanks for your help chaps

Your welcome

If you do get a new gpu and it doesn't work straight away it usually means the motherboard bios needs to be updated.

 

[Sharkhouse]

Your welcome

If you do get a new gpu and it doesn't work straight away it usually means the motherboard bios needs to be updated.

Only done that once and I never want to do it again. The small chance of a power cut is just too scary

 

[mickyflinn]

Only done that once and I never want to do it again. The small chance of a power cut is just too scary

Totally understand but at least you are aware.