71-90K New gaming PC for a golf simulator

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deepakvrao

Forerunner
Hi Guys,

I currently run my golf sim on a PC built in 2019 [with a lot of help from you guys].

Original config was

  1. Intel i5 9600k overclocked
  2. Z390 Aorus MB
  3. 32gb DDR 4 RAM
  4. 2 1 TB NVME SSDs
  5. AIO liquid cooler
  6. NZXT cabinet
  7. 2070 Super GPU
  8. 850 watt power source
When I started using it for my golf sim, I sold the 2070 and got a 3080ti

Now I find that with a 4K projector, 2 4K TVs, and multiple swing recording cameras, the CPU is slowing things down.

The sim software is https://gsprogolf.com/

and it runs on the Unity engine. 2019.4 version, I think.

In addition, I have various other software running like the launch monitor software and OBS.

So, in your guys opinion which CPU should I go for? Intel/AMD? And suggestions for each?

Willing to spend 30-35-40K for CPU [olane, without MB] and of course whatever is needed for the rest. I want it to be future proof for at least 4 years. I presume the total build cost will be about 80K without the graphics card? Once I get settled on CPU, I'll be back for advise on other components :)

I presume that I should look at a CPU WITHOUT integrated graphics? Any advantage to having integrated graphics when I have a GPU? Can I run one monitor from integrated graphics to reduce the load on the 3080?

On the golfing fora everyone says that the 3080ti is adequate for a few years, so I'll keep that for my new build.

On another note, I will be selling this PC [without the GPU] after I build my new PC in case anyone is interested.
 
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I always prefer a CPU with iGPU for cases when dGPU might be causing issues. I do run my 2nd monitor using iGPU instead of dGPU (my CPU is i5 12400, opted it over R5 5600X 3 years ago).

If you want raw CPU performance, R9 7900 is a great CPU for 34k or so. 9800X3D is the best gaming CPU right now at close to 50k.

I assume you are reusing PSU, SSDs & cabinet. The above mobo can easily handle a 9800X3D as well in case you fancy that.
 
Is Gamers Nexus a reliable youtuber? From his video I narrowed down to

R7 9800x3d expensive but if I get some benefit over the others willing to spend for it

R9 9900x much cheaper and as per what I've read at 4K the x3d and x performances are practically the same? And, that it would help running other software at the same time, like OBS and Protee Labs [my LM software] over an x3d? 50% more cores and threads than the 9800x3d.

R7 7800x3d seems almost as good but only 4K less so is it worth saving 4 K to get an older CPU?

i7 12700K much cheaper but again 3 generations old, but I hear that 1th and 14th gen are disasters

R7 5700x3d again very old but inexpensive

Thoughts?
 
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deepakvrao said:
Is Gamers Nexus a reliable youtuber? From his video I narrowed down to

R7 9800x3d expensive but if I get some benefit over the others willing to spend for it

R9 9900x much cheaper and as per what I've read at 4K the x3d and x performances are practically the same? And, that it would help running other software at the same time, like OBS and Protee Labs [my LM software] over an x3d? 50% more cores and threads than the 9800x3d.

R7 7800x3d seems almost as good but only 4K less so is it worth saving 4 K to get an older CPU?

i7 12700K much cheaper but again 3 generations old, but I hear that 1th and 14th gen are disasters

R7 5700x3d again very old but inexpensive

Thoughts?
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You will trigger a lot of people if you ask if Gamers Nexus is reliable (answer is yes).

Let me lay down the options for you in terms of CPU:
  • i5 12400 (under 12k) - Best budget choice with DDR4 RAM (dead platform but is cheap)
  • R5 7600 (18k) - Something better on new platform, can upgrade CPU later w/o changing mobo & RAM (will cost a few thousands more than 5700X3D based rig but gets an iGPU, future CPU upgrade possibility & has similar performance)
  • R9 7900 (34k) - Good for its price if you want producticvity as well as gaming
  • R9 7950X (48k) - For pure productivity focussed rig
  • R7 9800X3D (48-50k) - For pure gaming focussed rig
Other CPUs don't matter IMO. Realistically, R9 7900 is more than enough for you, hence is my top pick for your budget. Obviously you can opt to save money with R5 7600 as well, if you want.
 
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