What's the best CPU upgrade for my setup without changing the motherboard?

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Hey everyone! After swapping my RX 6600 for an Intel B580 last Christmas, I’ve realized that my CPU, the R5 5600, might be the bottleneck in my system. I’m looking for recommendations on a CPU upgrade that won’t require me to also upgrade my motherboard. Ideally, I want something that significantly boosts performance without needing a complete overhaul. Thanks for the help!

2 Answers

PCMasterFlex -

Honestly, I don’t think the 5600 is actually holding you back that much. You might want to double-check your system’s performance first before making that jump to a new CPU.

TechWizard88 -

I’d suggest going for the 5700X3D. It’s a solid upgrade that should give you a nice performance boost over the 5600. Plus, you won’t need to change your motherboard yet, so it fits perfectly with your current setup!

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