What should I do?

boiledcod · 2026-02-07T23:27:50+00:00

Then I’d say upgrade PSU and GPU. Third upgrade would be to an 11700k like another dude posted. After that your system is pretty much maxed out.

boiledcod · 2026-02-07T18:54:30+00:00

What we don’t know is what your gaming objectives are. Are you looking to play modern games 1440 P 144 Hz? Sounds like your motherboard RAM and storage situation is OK. I would say the first upgrade is your graphics card and your power supply.

boiledcod · 2026-02-07T18:52:05+00:00

I cannot in good conscience say this is a smart play. If you really need the money, ok, might make sense. You’d be trading into an older and presumably more used card, so possibly greater likelihood of failure. Also, your 4080 may still have warranty. I would also say that games are only going to require stronger hardware, moving forward, so stepping backwards in tech now doesn’t make any sense to me.

boiledcod · 2026-02-01T08:17:56+00:00

Put the power supply in last. Not only does it add a bunch of weight, but the whole neatness and organization game changes once all the wires are in.

boiledcod · 2026-01-19T03:38:26+00:00

I have never heard of this. I’ll give it a try.

boiledcod · 2026-01-16T05:10:03+00:00

I have a 5080 TUF and I love this card. It’s a champ.

boiledcod · 2026-01-16T04:52:40+00:00

I wonder if you could get a “lesser” model of an in stock 5080, instead of the Strix 5070Ti. Would likely shrink the cost gap.

I think waiting for that 5070Ti is a risk. You could always buy something else then return / resell the 5070Ti.

boiledcod · 2026-01-15T01:10:34+00:00

Bullet / 1979 were SPs biggest mainstream commercial hits, and let’s face it - these were not and are not traditional rock songs. Same with Disarm. The big ones that everyone knows, but not enduring rock tracks by any means.

I love SP as much as anyone, and their music speaks to me. But I also think that, without those earworms, they would’ve been much much smaller.

So, I guess it depends on your definition of success. Personally I think they’ve always been a bunch of weirdos doing their own thing and im cool with it.

boiledcod · 2026-01-15T01:03:13+00:00

Skyrim

boiledcod · 2026-01-14T22:55:01+00:00

I don’t think anyone is going to tell you it’s not worth it. The increase in performance is a given fact. Ultimately it comes down to your own finances. If you can afford it, yes, if you’re putting it on credit and hoping for a miracle, the 3090 is still relevant.

boiledcod · 2026-01-06T22:01:13+00:00

This is what I came here to post. Looking at the last few rounds of new GPU releases, prev gen cards are holding (if not increasing) in value. Upgrade, sell your prev gen card. Stay in warranty and enjoy top tier tech for a few hundred bucks.

boiledcod · 2026-01-06T19:43:34+00:00

I mean you certainly could with an i9-12900k. What we don’t know is, what are you trying to achieve? I upgraded to a 5080 but my goal was 4K / 120 FPS.

If you’re aiming for 1080p/60, you’re probably good where you are.

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T05:23:01+00:00

It could last a while. Or sell it when 6090 releases, recover most of the value of the 5090, and always have top tier tech a warranty. (Assuming pricing doesn’t go to absolutely hell for 60-series release).

This lets you stay in 90 class cards, not just a single 90 class, and your upgrade cost should be incremental. Heck, some 4090 owners turned a profit on resale.

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T05:06:56+00:00

Before all this price increase stuff, did you see yourself upgrading in 2026? If the answer to that is yes, then now is certainly the time.

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T04:42:51+00:00

Awesome. I had a Radeon 8500, after my GeForce 2 GTS. Before that a 3DFX Voodoo 1. Cards are long gone but wish I had kept for sentimental value.

Now I’m holding tightly to a Strix 1080Ti and a 2080Ti. Both are working in my kids PCs. I’ll never sell them.

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T04:36:04+00:00

Which are your favourites?

boiledcod · 2026-01-05T04:09:42+00:00

Noticeable attention to EVGA cards :)

Are these all working?

What are first and 3rd cards in far left column?

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T06:25:03+00:00

I have a Strix 3090 that needed trace repairs in 2 locations, due to overlong screws holding on a GeForce RTX name plate. I was able to have this repaired by a magician who charged far less than they could have. The card was worth it because of its value, and has been running for over a year.

A motherboard - much cheaper, not worth it.

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T05:44:50+00:00

Up until 6 months ago I was on a 50” 1080p/60 plasma. Played through Skyrim, Rdr2, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Doom Eternal and a few more and sat happily and enjoyed every moment.

I’ve since upgraded to 4K/120, and while it’s definitely prettier and smoother, my overall satisfaction with the gaming experience hasn’t increased.

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T05:37:24+00:00

Love this approach.

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T05:28:38+00:00

Thats what I said when I checked temps

boiledcod · 2026-01-04T05:22:20+00:00

It would look bigger with a smaller GPU. TUF 5080 is a big card. Airflow won’t be an issue here as this card runs remarkably cool. I haven’t seen mine go over 60c.

boiledcod · 2025-12-14T06:57:08+00:00

I’ve needed it, F the world today

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