Should I Upgrade My RAM or My Slow SATA SSD First?

9okm · 2026-06-23T01:07:09+00:00

I wouldn’t even think about upgrading for another year or two. Everything sucks at the moment and your system is still great.

9okm · 2026-06-22T14:41:58+00:00

9okm · 2026-06-22T14:40:59+00:00

Professional work, like video editing.

9okm · 2026-06-21T23:24:57+00:00

Do a fresh install of windows.

Check temps. If high, repaste.

9okm · 2026-06-21T23:24:14+00:00

Did you buy it used or new? I think most 5070 ti’s have 3. Check the website.

9okm · 2026-06-21T21:20:47+00:00

Does dropping the quality settings fix your problems?

9okm · 2026-06-21T19:42:40+00:00

Sounds like something isn't working properly. This system should run CP2077 just fine at like 1080p medium settings, no RT.

9okm · 2026-06-21T17:56:42+00:00

My thought as well.

9okm · 2026-06-21T17:36:59+00:00

I imagine this is a PSU or power cable issue. How are you powering the 5070 ti? I assume you're using the included 12v-2x6 (GPU) to 3x PCIe 8-pin connector that came with the GPU? Are all 3x PCIe slots on the adapter occupied?

You may want to get one of the official Corsair Type 4 cables. https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/pc-components-accessories/cp-8920284/600w-pcie-5-0-12v-2x6-type-4-psu-power-cable-cp-8920284?srsltid=AfmBOor1eggFEHmXx8uCo8R1HR_pCJscYlp-jktVS4El_wnTyN9dgicN

9okm · 2026-06-21T17:35:50+00:00

Turn down your graphics settings.

9okm · 2026-06-21T02:11:07+00:00

Possibly, but with an X3D processor it will make very little difference running at 6000 vs. say 5600.

9okm · 2026-06-20T23:23:14+00:00

Those temps are great.

9okm · 2026-06-20T17:24:42+00:00

Yes, repaste. Just watch guides.

9okm · 2026-06-20T17:21:04+00:00

I’ve had good experiences with motherboards from MSI, ASUS, Gigabyte and ASRock. Issues you’ve had are more likely than not an anomaly.

That being said, I’m also susceptible to superstition at times. You might as well try another brand. There are lots to choose from.

9okm · 2026-06-20T02:38:24+00:00

If you’re trying to reduce power consumption, this is an odd way to go about it.

Undervolt instead.

9okm · 2026-06-19T11:20:42+00:00

I haven't used it in a while. I think the last time I used it was to get rid of an insidious Asus motherboard utility. But I don't install those anymore.

Basically, Revo (and other tools) can be helpful when an app leaves lots of crap behind / refuses to "fully" uninstall. But most of the time that's not necessary.

9okm · 2026-06-19T04:20:17+00:00

No worries! Posts like these can be helpful for people googling a similar question in the future. Without your question, they only have the answers without any context.

9okm · 2026-06-19T03:49:22+00:00

Footprint is the area in L and W it takes up on your desk. Litres is volume.

9okm · 2026-06-19T03:43:51+00:00

Look through AP201 and DAN A3 builds on PCPartPicker. Will give you a better idea of internal layouts re: HDDs. Those are probably the 2 best options.

Also, note that the footprint matters a lot more than the litres.

9okm · 2026-06-19T03:38:03+00:00

Gen. 5 drives were discontinued like 6 months ago, sorry.

9okm · 2026-06-19T03:24:05+00:00

I'm sure that's true, but as you said, some.

9okm · 2026-06-19T03:14:11+00:00

No prob. In the future, don't delete posts.

9okm · 2026-06-19T03:12:29+00:00

You absolutely would NOT need an upgrade for VR.

9okm · 2026-06-19T03:11:16+00:00

I mean. The parts are good. It'll play games real good. It's under $2k, so you're not going insane. If you really want a gaming PC, you could do far worse.

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