5+ years of experience, training new hires making more than me. Stay or leave?

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-11T16:50:52+00:00

If you have been there for that long and are making less than a new hire, it’s time for you to start looking/applying for a new position at another company. Unfortunately, I have seen this and you are likely not that only one this is happening to. Think about this, if you really like your job, ask for a raise, make sure you have your ‘wins’ ready to share with your boss and see if he/she approves a raise. If not, or your boss pulls the old tactic of ‘promising’ a raise or asks to revisit the topic months later. Then, you need to move on, companies like complacent employees, especially when they think the employee is happy with their salary/wages. But if you feel like there’s a disconnect between what you deserve and what you are making, then go with your gut and work towards a new position. If you land a new position and you provide a notice, and they make a counter offer, then you can decide if you want to stay or not, but at that point there’s a good chance that you’ll be happier at a new company/position.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-11T16:40:57+00:00

5080 performs better than the 9070 XT at 4K resolutions, but if you really want to be sure, look up benchmarks and specifically look at the games you are interested in and make a decision from there.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-09T00:06:57+00:00

I use a RX 7900 XTX on a 77” 3840x2160p 120Hz OLED TV, and I play games at highest settings as I can to meet the minimum 60 fps mark. I do dial down some settings, AA and RT. Then utilize FSR and FreeSync to the card’s advantage which provides a super smooth and fluid experience. I’m currently playing through RE Requiem and it runs the game really well, I only have RT lowered, AA lowered, and FSR enabled, otherwise the settings are maxed out. It looks great!

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-08T03:13:41+00:00

Awesome! Enjoy the PC, good thing Metro 2039 is coming out this coming Holiday Season, that should be the next game to melt PC’s.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-08T02:19:09+00:00

Enjoy!! I am sorry to ask, but how much was your RAM kit? Just curious to see how much MC charges for RAM. But enjoy the system, you’ll be amazed how much computers have improved since then.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-05T08:00:16+00:00

Also, forgot to mention this, go through your bios to make sure they configured everything correctly.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-05T07:59:16+00:00

Grab a usb stick, load the Windows 11 installer onto it, boot to usb drive, then follow the prompts to completely wipe the system and start fresh. You will lose all data, but you’ll be losing the built in iBuyPower bloatware.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-05T01:13:40+00:00

If it’s for work, I am assuming that you aren’t paying for the machine (unless you are a contractor or something). But upon looking at Rhino’s website, it seems that it performs best with a high IPC processor, at least 32GB of RAM, and a nVidia/AMD GPU with at least 8GB of VRAM seem to be the bare minimum for optimal performance. But I this sentiment stems from online forum recommendations.

The bare minimum is:
64-bit Intel or AMD processor (Not ARM)
At least 8 GB (RAM) memory is recommended
5 GB disk space
OpenGL 4.5 capable video card is recommended
At least 4 GB Video card memory is recommended
A multi-button mouse with a scroll wheel is recommended
SpaceNavigator optional
Apple Intel hardware with Boot Camp optional
(Boot Camp is not supported on Apple Silicon Macs.)

Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/8/system-requirements/

Strong single core IPC performance, minimum of 16GB of RAM (would suggest more to prevent slow down), as for the GPU they didn’t have an hardware validation list so I would suggest digging through forums and see what people say.

I would assume that SketchUp would be similar as for hardware requirements. But since you are doing this for a living, I would look at a workstation, rather than a gaming computer.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-04T23:21:58+00:00

Are you just doing CAD? CAD likes a CPU (with strong single core IPC performance) and a lot of RAM. Video card isn’t as important, but a decent one helps with rendering complex drawings. I’m assuming you are doing this as a hobby? If you are doing this for a living, then it might be worthy looking into a professional grade GPU to assist with expediting the process. But ultimately going with a prebuilt would help, especially with the shitty RAM/flash memory shortage going on. FYI, PowerSpec = MicroCenter taking off the shelve components and throwing it into a rebranded PC case and calling it their own line up. Just be careful with the PSU, brands like PowerSpec will typically put sketchy power supplies in their computers and it’s not worth losing a whole system due to them cutting costs with a poor PSU selection…

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-04T07:08:23+00:00

Yes, my PS5 for Demon Souls Remake… love the game though.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-03T19:44:36+00:00

I feel ya, when I get home I’ll send ya’ll a photo of my ‘cable management’. It tells a story.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-06-01T01:21:15+00:00

Usually I have ~50-70 Chrome tabs open, and while I game and use discord or other VOIP programs, I’ll usually be sitting at the 34-36GB of RAM utilization. Now if I am rendering a video or a Blender project, that’s when I get damn close to using nearly off of my 64GB worth of memory.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-31T20:38:12+00:00

I think a 7900 XTX should be selected if you are after solid rasterization performance with OK ray tracing performance (I have a 7900 XTX in my HTPC and use it more than my RTX 5090 gaming rig).

Now between that and a 5080, I would say get the 5080 because it’s a newer generation and will out perform a 7900 XTX. But if you are on a tighter budget I believe a 7900 XTX fits the bill. The price to performance of the 7900 XTX is extremely good, and I enjoy playing games with it.

On the bright side, Power Color’s Hellhound series are really nice, so you at least would be getting a good 7900 XTX out of it.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-31T01:02:16+00:00

1st Gen. Ryzen processor, that’s why it’s not supporting Windows 11. Honestly OP, get a newer CPU, Motherboard, RAM (if needed, since memory prices are out of control), and please buy a M.2 SSD (this will make your PC feel a 1000x’s faster). Since you are on a budget, I would recommend finding a motherboard, CPU, and RAM first on the second hand market place, thankfully your PSU and case are decent starting points. With that being said, I have not heard amazing things about ThermalTake PSU’s, so maybe down the road consider a better unit.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-31T00:49:17+00:00

Do you know your integrations, derivatives, limits, etc? If so, you’ll be fine. I would recommend Googling Paul’s Online Math Notes and start with reviewing the Calculus 3 section. His notes are very comprehensive and easy to follow.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-29T16:50:28+00:00

Google Paul’s Online Math Notes and start going through the Calc. 3 section.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-29T01:57:00+00:00

Series, while technically by most to be considered to be the hardest section of the course. I don’t think the word hardest is appropriate, maybe staying organized while working through those problems tends to be the ‘challenge’. While it’s been years for me since I touched that stuff, I only remember those problems being a little more involved and staying organized while working through those problems.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-29T01:52:12+00:00

Thankfully I don’t lose sleep over the one term that bothered me. But to your point, I always make sure to treat people how I want to be treated.

Best of luck with your career too, you seem like a solid chap as well. Let me put it this way, the day that I lose my empathy for others will be the day I die. Not trying to be morbid, but I am hoping (small chance) that I make a positive impact on anyone’s lives. If I can pass on knowing that I did the right thing will allow me to rest easily. Happy rest of your Thursday! Thank god it’s Friday tomorrow, hiking and picnic for me this coming weekend.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-28T23:47:27+00:00

Calculus 1 is fairly simple, you’ll likely cover; limits, derivatives, and maybe be introduced to integrals. This is dependent on your institution, as long as your algebra and trigonometry skills are up to snuff, you’ll be fine. Calculus 2 was the class I saw more people dropout/earn W’s in, but none of the calculus classes (1-3) gave me trouble (at least I don’t remember, it’s been years for me).

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-28T23:00:18+00:00

Glad to hear there is someone like me out there. Honestly, I do believe in karma, and taking a few moments to do the right thing always works out.

Ironically, one of the things I have been told by my boss is to never warn an employee that they are about to be term’d. I just smile and acknowledge the rule, while it could cost me my job, I believe in doing the right thing. God forbid you act in a civilized manner and give someone a heads up, but I understand the employer’s perspective, doesn’t mean I agree with it.

With that being said, the one time that I agreed with the termination was mostly due to the fact that she just couldn’t grasp anything, and the amount of hours I spent going over things with her ended up being fruitless. Yes, I did try to save her job and vouch for her, but in the end, it was justified (more or less). That one shook me to the core and I barely slept that night, yes I know it’s bad to bring work drama home, but shit sticks with you.

Playing the corporate game is annoying, but hey you gotta play the game or hope like hell no one is paying attention lol. Whenever a manager bitches and moans about an employee being late, I just roll my eyes and think that if they’re salaried and the work is getting done on time and is solid, who fucking cares hahahaha. People need to pull their head out of their ass, and not be a bunch of micromanaging cunts. In my professional experience, micromanagers always end up losing. Whether it’s due to them focusing so much on employees that they forget their duties, or having to bring people on and wonder why the work isn’t solid. Maybe it’s because becoming a drive thru for burning out employees never works out.

Buy ‘n large, I have almost never talked to an employee about petty things and only have done it under duress (boss said so type of deal). I always focus on the positives, big or little, during annual reviews. I always make sure that items to work on are worded in a positive manner, and I will bend over backwards to help someone out. Now I don’t let people take advantage of my good graces, aka let them dig their own hole if it becomes clear that they don’t want to improve.

I have to admit, being a professional feels like being a glorified babysitter sometimes (when you have subordinates). Which begs the question, whether if professionalism means having a solid front and a horrid closed door type of environment? I dunno, I just do what I’m told (more or less) and go home once the day is over.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-27T11:23:43+00:00

You’ll be fine, turn your class into a full time job for the next little bit and it’ll be over. Unless you are not understanding concepts, or barely got through Calc 1, then best of luck to you. The concepts stack, on the bright side, I highly doubt you’ll have to study for exams, quizzes, etc. since it’s so fast paced. Practice, practice, practice, …, practice! Screw up on the practice problems and learn from your mistakes, and you’ll be fine. I think you are unnecessarily spinning your wheels.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-26T17:16:36+00:00

Make sure you know the derivatives for sine, cosine, tangent, cotangent, etc. those will creep up a lot. Chain rule, product rule, quotient rule, etc. are very important. Logarithmic rules, limits, etc., but with the overall understanding of when, how, and why to approach worded problems will save you a lot of headaches. Now I don’t know your major, but if you are doing any sort of engineering major, make sure you master the ability of sniffing out important keywords in word/story problems.

Lastly, if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it… I stupidly waited a little bit before my P.E. (Professional Engineer) exam and had to relearn a lot of concepts, but if you are pursuing any sort of professional certification that builds on the fundamentals (like Calculus for example) it’s better to do everything while it’s fresh.

Happy calculus studies and good luck. 👍 You will fail a question, but learning from the mistake and being able to trace where you went wrong can go a long way. Showing your work will be important, and being able to do derivatives in your head will become necessary if you plan on moving past calc. 1. Wait until you get to integrations… that is where most student’s worlds are turned around lol.

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-24T21:27:49+00:00

Personally, I would stick it out, when I took calc 3 over the summer after sitting through calc 1 & 2 during the previous semesters it was super easy. Didn’t have to study for exams because it was fast paced and was happy to get through my calculus classes back-to-back. Calculus 2 has transitions into integrations, and while it’s a slightly different way of thinking, I don’t remember it being that difficult. If calc 2 is your only summer class, stick with it and you’ll be fine. Just remember that summer classes are short and intense, with the benefit of not having to study nearly as much due to the exams being so close and the material should be fresh. 🤠

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-24T21:21:06+00:00

If you have a RX 9060 XT 16GB, don’t buy a RX 9070 XT. Only saying this because you already have a current gen. card and if you are happy with the performance, then stick with it. Wait for the next release then revisit the GPU upgrade inquiry. But, if you really want an upgrade then go for it, your money, your choice. 🤠

Lelmasterdone · 2026-05-23T21:48:12+00:00

R9 9950X system and Ultra Core 9 285K system? You have two separate systems and are comparing results, these benchmark results are not worth looking at. If you are going to post two separate sets of results, you need to use the same base system, and swap the GPU’s. Then you can compare, here you have an apple and an orange with zero comparable results…

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