Upgrading my old i7-6700k with Ryzen 9700x - need suggestions for the build
Posted by Sgt_Prof@reddit | buildapc | View on Reddit | 7 comments
Hi there!
I'm upgrading my old rig and could use some insight to ensure I haven't picked any incompatible parts. Planning to use PC mainly for Singleplayer games, 1080p. One of the key concerns is fitting my old 2.5-inch SATA SSDs and one HDD with the new motherboard as my budget is limited. Any advice is highly appreciated.
Right now I have:
- CPU: i7-6700K
- Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper TX3 Evo
- RAM: 16.0 GB (DDR4)
- Storage: 3x 2.5-inch SATA SSDs and one HDD (will be re-used in the new build)
- GPU: RTX 4070 (12 GB) (will be re-used in the new build)
- PSU: be quiet! Straight Power 11 750W (will be re-used in the new build)
New upgrade parts I'm planning to acquire:
- CPU: Ryzen 7 9700X
- Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE 66.17 CFM
- Motherboard: Asus TUF GAMING B850M-E WIFI Micro ATX AM5
- RAM: Patriot Viper Venom 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 (Can get under 270 Eur).
Thanks in advance!
Nebyl_@reddit
The build is compatible and well thought out. The B850M-E has multiple SATA ports so your SSDs and HDD all carry over without issue.
One thing worth checking is the Cooler Master Hyper TX3 Evo, it's an older cooler and AM5 mounting compatibility isn't guaranteed. The Thermalright Peerless Assassin you've picked is a great choice and handles the 9700X easily, so you're covered there.
The RTX 4070 pairs nicely with the 9700X at 1080p single player, that's a well balanced combo with plenty of headroom.
DDR5-6000 CL36 is the sweet spot for AM5 and the Patriot Viper Venom kit at that spec is solid. Good pick.
Nothing to flag compatibility wise, looks like a clean upgrade.
Sgt_Prof@reddit (OP)
Thanks a lot
FrequentWay@reddit
I would get also a NVME based ssd for much better speed and response. Yes you have sata storage but NVME ssds would run circles around those.
dask1@reddit
get the b650 variant to save some money on that mobo.
you can also "downgrade" to 9600/x or 7600/x to save some more, you lose a bit of performance but im worth.
the price of this ram seems great consider the market, but if u can get faster ram for similar price do it.
like 6000mhz cl30.
https://notkyon.moe/ram-latency2.htm
or any other combo that is 6000+ with CL that will make it 10ns...
and make sure the ram have expo profile.
Sgt_Prof@reddit (OP)
Thanks a lot :)
GoldkingHD@reddit
The new motherboard has 4 sata ports so you are good to go there.
Just put everything in a list on pcpartpicker.com if you are worried about compatibility.
Born_Bad_1294@reddit
If it's just for gaming, don't get the 9700X, the 9600X gives almost the exact same gaming performance but for cheaper.
Opt for a 9600X/7600X/7500F.
You could even look at the New Intel 250K plus, it's great for both gaming and productivity and costs 200USD