Can't make up my mind on new GPU or full platform upgrade.
Posted by like2trip@reddit | buildapc | View on Reddit | 25 comments
so currently I have the following:
ASUS TUF GAMING X570-PLUS
5600X
32GB DDR4 3600
EVGA 10GB 3080 FTW
Asus 1440p LED 144hz Monitor
I currently have a budget of around $900 (more if I sell the GPU).
I am trying to decide whether I should do 1 of the following things.
1: Purchase this bundle from Microcenter
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, ASUS B850-E TUF Gaming WiFi AM5, Corsair Vengeance RGB 32GB DDR5-6000 Kit for $509
plus an OLED Monitor
2: Upgrade my GPU to either a 9070XT(5080 if I get lucky)
3: if y'all can think of a better upgrade.
Basically I want an upgrade that I can actually tell a difference in. If I could have gotten a 5800X3d(or5700X3D) at a reasonable price I know the path I would go but alas that ship has sailed and I'm not paying over $400 for just a chip when I could do a full platform upgrade.
HayesBrewery@reddit
Lol .. ok so this was me back in November with a 5600x and a 3080.
I found an ok deal on a 5070ti, and do not regret it. I would recommend the GPU, that CPU can still do good things at 1440p.
(I did end up getting a 9800x3d eventually, but that's just me saying yolo)
dqtl74@reddit
This must be more common than I thought.
I did the exact same thing hah.
like2trip@reddit (OP)
It was an excellent combo back when they were both new. The only issue with the 3080 I have is it is the 10GB card which can run in to issues at higher settings.
HayesBrewery@reddit
I never had issues at 1440p. 4k it's definitely not enough
like2trip@reddit (OP)
As an example. I had VRAM issues with the Indiana Jones game until I dialed back the settings quite a bit
HayesBrewery@reddit
Gotcha, I could see some newer games and ports maxing that out
Either-String5608@reddit
One thing I did not see unless I just missed it...do you really need an upgrade?
Is the current setup not meeting your expectations?
like2trip@reddit (OP)
Lol that's actually an excellent question. It's not necessarily a need. Yes, I am running into some occasional issues but not enough to push it into capital NEED yet so this is more of a want.
Either-String5608@reddit
Fair. I am in similar situation. I have the following and am considering an AM5 upgrade, but as currently stands it still does just fine at 1440p gaming:
CPU: 5600 (non x)
GPU: 6800 16gb (NON XT)
Ram: 32 gb 3600
PSU: 750w
I think personally if I were you, I would do the bundle upgrade of motherboard, ram, and cpu. Especially if the OLED is going to stay at 1440p. That 10gb 3080 probably still hits the mark for most things you play I assume. (More bang for your buck)
And then if you see GPU prices start to stabilize, do the GPU upgrade.
like2trip@reddit (OP)
You just reminded me I didn't post my PSU. I have a Maingear 1000w PSU
and based on what you and others have said I am strongly leaning to the bundle.
I could also either sell my old system parts or I can use them to build my 11 yr old daughter a PC . Though she would be stuck on a 1060
Jman155@reddit
Platform 100% normally but with ram prices idk anymore
like2trip@reddit (OP)
That bundle has 32GB of RAM in it which is why I am even thinking about it.
Jman155@reddit
I would do platform then, you will get quite the boost in newer games, it will almost feel like getting a new GPU.
makinenxd@reddit
That bundle is really good so should get that. After that I'd myself probably just save for a 5080 and then get a 4k OLED some day in the future. And the prices of those are gonna go down anyway. But its a hard choice, I've got both so even I can't say 100%
like2trip@reddit (OP)
I'm not that hung up on a 4k monitor. I would most likely go with a 1440p OLED as there are some under $400 (well under on sales) at this point.
makinenxd@reddit
But still I’d go the order I mentioned
OgreTrax71@reddit
Unless you can find an AM4 X3D chip, I would go for the bundle.
like2trip@reddit (OP)
Oh I can get one but it costs just as much as that whole bundle I posted.
OgreTrax71@reddit
Right. It would have to be at a price that makes sense.
Accomplished_Use9754@reddit
imo the platform upgrade won’t give that much of a performance uplift compared to upgrading your gpu, really only for future proofing. i’d say if you get a good deal on 5070ti/9070xt or the 5080 you should go for it. i’d say you’d expect 50% increase or so.
MysticDraden@reddit
Kinda is same spot but best processor I can get that motherboard can handle is 5700x3d then pair it with 5070ti . Next step would be replacing the world to be honest with the exception on the case for me.
Bright-Wallaby-3050@reddit
On ebay, that card goes for around $350 on the low end. So, with a new budget of $1300(assuming you sell for 400), you should be able to get the platform upgrade and the GPU upgrade as well:
PCPartPicker Part List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/qRg29K
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor ($0.00)
Motherboard: Asus TUF GAMING B850-E WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard ($0.00)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory ($0.00)
Video Card: Gigabyte GV-R9070XTGAMING-16GD Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB Video Card ($699.99 @ Newegg)
Custom: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, ASUS B850-E TUF Gaming WiFi AM5, Corsair Vengeance RGB 32GB DDR5-6000 Kit, Computer Build Bundle ($509.64)
Total: $1209.63
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-04-09 10:26 EDT-0400
I would say don't jump on the OLED just yet, I'd upgrade your hardware before your monitor
TheMagicMrWaffle@reddit
What is a platform upgrade? Personally would just buy a new gpu
nihilistic_squidward@reddit
Moving from AM4 to AM5
-UserRemoved-@reddit
Well, that depends on your experience.
When do you notice your PC is underperforming, or what situations could you use more performance? What do you think will make the biggest difference? Do you want more framerate? More visual fidelity/higher graphics settings? Do you experience any issues currently?