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2017 Ryzen Build - Looking to upgrade components for 2019/2020

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    #2
    K.O.Kiki
    Registered Users Posts: 18,707 ✭✭✭✭K.O.Kiki


    Depends how much you want to spend.

    You could get an 8-core Ryzen 7-2700 (£185) or even Ryzen 7-3700X (£320), though you wouldn't benefit from Precision Boost Overclock (only available on B450/X470/X570 chipsets).

    Definitely get a new graphics card - either wait for AIB models of RX 5700 / 5700 XT, or get a cheap blower & mod it with an Arctic Accelero Twin Turbo II/III.
    GTX 1660 Ti is a decent, cheaper option too.

    Instead of dual monitors, how about something like this Samsung C34J791 3440x1440p Ultrawide, 125% (sRGB), 92% (Adobe RGB), 100Hz ?


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    InDarkWoods
    Registered Users Posts: 39 ✭InDarkWoods


    I'm considering moving up to a 3600/3600X. I think it'll be a nice change from my 1600. I haven't heard of PBO, but I'll look into it now.

    I really like the look of the RX 5700/XT's. I also really like my current MSI card as the fans stay pretty silent and only run when needed. Definitely going to go for a AIB model. I kinda wanted something powerful enough to run 1440p graphics and still take advantage of a 144hz monitor (even if all my games can't hit that FPS).

    I really like the dual monitor setup I have, but would like upgraded screens. I also have two 27" IPS monitors in work. It just suits my workflow.

    I guess I'm happy to spend around €800/€1,000 depending on what would really make my machine future-proofed for another few years.


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    Samuel T. Cogley
    Registered Users Posts: 10,684 ✭✭✭✭Samuel T. Cogley


    Considered an Ultrawide? I love my 34" 3440x1440 display :D It's epic for gaming.


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    InDarkWoods
    Registered Users Posts: 39 ✭InDarkWoods


    Huh, so an ultrawide is really the way to go? I haven't seen too many builds with them. I'll look some up on YouTube now.


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    #6
    Samuel T. Cogley
    Registered Users Posts: 10,684 ✭✭✭✭Samuel T. Cogley


    InDarkWoods wrote: »
    Huh, so an ultrawide is really the way to go? I haven't seen too many builds with them. I'll look some up on YouTube now.


    In your case you might struggle to find one with the right clour accuracy and a curve might also be an issue. For the gaming side though they're sweet.


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