I’m not very experienced with computer parts and so on so I decided to ask you guys, I have a Intel core i7-4790 and was looking for a upgrade because a lot of newer games are stuttering for me and I check my usage on task manager and I’m assuming it’s my CPU causing it due to it almost being at 100% usage. I’m wanting to stick with Intel but wanting a more affordable upgrade but will last me another 4 years like my current one has.

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    1 year ago

    Something like an i5 12400 will be a massive upgrade. You’ll obviously have to upgrade your motherboard and RAM.

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    1 year ago

    That was the best CPU for your motherboard socket. So upgrading the CPU will mean a new motherboard and possibly new RAM depending on how new you go. As far as specifics go, any midrange new Intel or AMD will be a big improvement.

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    1 year ago

    A 12100/13100/12400 with 16 to 32GB DDR4 Ram and a cheaper B660/B760 motherboard should do the trick (assuming you are recycling the rest of the parts).

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      1 year ago

      That’s exactly what I’m doing basically lmao, now I’m trying to figure out how to build the PC myself because the people around me are charging 200$ just to add the parts and everything. I don’t got the parts yet but plan on getting them in December