RTX 2070 Super build

[Clueless1977]

Hi,

Was wondering if I was getting everything I can out of my RTX 2070 Super with my current build. Specifically I want to do everything possible to enhance GAMING performance at my monitors native 1440p. It is a MSI G273Q (2560x1440@165Hz). I know, from this website, that the 2070 Super isn't great for 1440p at higher settings - but I want to get the best I can out of it. This is an Acer prebuild, so I am unsure of what can even be swapped out.

My system is:

CPU: Intel Core i7-10700 CPU @ 2.90GHz
RAM: 16.0GB Dual-Channel DDR4 (21-21-21-47)
GPU: 4095MB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER (Sapphire/PCPartner)
Motherboard: Acer Predator PO3-620 (U3E1)
Storage: 1863GB Seagate ST2000DM008-2FR102 (SATA (SSD)) and 476GB Western Digital WDC PC SN530 SDBPNPZ-512G-1014 (RAID (SSD))

Any advice is appreciated.

 

[QuietBob]

Your current CPU will not bottleneck the 2070S, however the RAM is definitely on the slow side.

According to the manual, the motherboard supports 2666 MT/s memory only (up to 64 GB). But you should be able to run faster modules with much lower timings at reduced speed. A 2x 16 GB 3600 MT/s or 3200 MT/s CL16 kit would be a sensible upgrade.

If you're happy with the performance you're getting, there isn't much more you can do. Update your BIOS to the latest version and make sure the temps are OK.

 

[FreedomEclipse]

4095MB is a little small for a 2070S.

 

[Toothless]

4095MB is a little small for a 2070S.

They might be using Speccy which doesn't know how to read vram on anything past Kepler it seems.

 

[Clueless1977]

They might be using Speccy which doesn't know how to read vram on anything past Kepler it seems.

Yes, I used Speccy. Is there another alternative?

Your current CPU will not bottleneck the 2070S, however the RAM is definitely on the slow side.

According to the manual, the motherboard supports 2666 MT/s memory only (up to 64 GB). But you should be able to run faster modules with much lower timings at reduced speed. A 2x 16 GB 3600 MT/s or 3200 MT/s CL16 kit would be a sensible upgrade.

If you're happy with the performance you're getting, there isn't much more you can do. Update your BIOS to the latest version and make sure the temps are OK.

Thanks. After doing some reading on these forms I suspected that RAM was going to be the only thing that would probably be effective. I have two free slots (according to Speccy), so that is probably what I will do.

I also examined the possibility of getting a new GPU, but any ones that I consider affordable (under $500 Canadian) don't even match the 2070 Supers performance. GPU pricing is completely out of control!

 

[Marcus L]

Hi,

Was wondering if I was getting everything I can out of my RTX 2070 Super with my current build. Specifically I want to do everything possible to enhance GAMING performance at my monitors native 1440p. It is a MSI G273Q (2560x1440@165Hz). I know, from this website, that the 2070 Super isn't great for 1440p at higher settings - but I want to get the best I can out of it. This is an Acer prebuild, so I am unsure of what can even be swapped out.

My system is:

CPU: Intel Core i7-10700 CPU @ 2.90GHz
RAM: 16.0GB Dual-Channel DDR4 (21-21-21-47)
GPU: 4095MB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER (Sapphire/PCPartner)
Motherboard: Acer Predator PO3-620 (U3E1)
Storage: 1863GB Seagate ST2000DM008-2FR102 (SATA (SSD)) and 476GB Western Digital WDC PC SN530 SDBPNPZ-512G-1014 (RAID (SSD))

Any advice is appreciated.

You will be better off with a GPU upgrade, you have already said you know the 2070S isn't great for 1440p gaming, then buy a GPU, don't buy RAM or CPU expecting a big performance increase in FPS cause at 1440p the limiting factor in gaming is your GPU, do you have a budget? does your pre-built have a PSU as you haven't listed one, what is it's power rating and make/model would be ideal, where are you in the world, this will also affect prices and what you can afford, 10700 (4.8Ghz boost) and 16GB DDR4 aren't that bad and at 1440p will drive more than a 2070s

 

[DemonicRyzen666]

question what games are you currently playing?

 

[Clueless1977]

You will be better off with a GPU upgrade, you have already said you know the 2070S isn't great for 1440p gaming, then buy a GPU, don't buy RAM or CPU expecting a big performance increase in FPS cause at 1440p the limiting factor in gaming is your GPU, do you have a budget? does your pre-built have a PSU as you haven't listed one, what is it's power rating and make/model would be ideal, where are you in the world, this will also affect prices and what you can afford, 10700 (4.8Ghz boost) and 16GB DDR4 aren't that bad and at 1440p will drive more than a 2070s

I live in Canada. Any GPU I consider affordable doesn't give me any performance upgrade worth spending money on. We have 13% tax here and I don't want to spend more than $500 before taxes on an older card. The GPU prices are really crazy. I hope the 5000 series and whatever AMD is doing will drive down prices of the 4000 series...but I have my doubts.

 

[Clueless1977]

question what games are you currently playing?

Older games mostly. Kingdom Come: Deliverance is my most recent game!

 

[Marcus L]

I live in Canada. Any GPU I consider affordable doesn't give me any performance upgrade worth spending money on. We have 13% tax here and I don't want to spend more than $500 before taxes on an older card. The GPU prices are really crazy. I hope the 5000 series and whatever AMD is doing will drive down prices of the 4000 series...but I have my doubts.

Buy used, use eBay/PayPal/credit cards so you are protected, am sure a 3080 should be within your budget, spending $500 on a new CPU and platform will net you very little considering your CPU is 8c/16t and not 10 years old, otherwise HODL, keep your money, wait another 6/12 months and see where you are at with GPU's I recently bought my son a 3070 (cost me £260) and he was coming from a 2070s, 25% average performance uplift, sadly the same vRAM but hey that's Nvidia for you, what can you do

 

[Toothless]

Yes, I used Speccy. Is there another alternative?

GPUz, hwinfo64, hell even task manager will say it correctly. Anything from Piriform is dead after they just dropped proper updates for anything.

 

[eidairaman1]

I live in Canada. Any GPU I consider affordable doesn't give me any performance upgrade worth spending money on. We have 13% tax here and I don't want to spend more than $500 before taxes on an older card. The GPU prices are really crazy. I hope the 5000 series and whatever AMD is doing will drive down prices of the 4000 series...but I have my doubts.

Good luck with that not happening, prices are being inflated,

 

[nomdeplume]

This is an Acer prebuild, so I am unsure of what can even be swapped out.

I'll put this gently. BIOS is your largest hurdle. Prebuilt lock every safety switch and conservative setting into the on position with no way to change their behavior.

Less gently. OEM parts are in almost every instance lower performing than ones selected for retail. Every model differs in how or if "upgrades" will... They really build these things out from the factory order all the way into locking down the firmware on each specific part and it's part in the whole. Call it a negative impact or wheels spinning in the background trying to correct for something no longer in the chain. Just expect less than perfect results.


IF you want to maximize the GPU and gaming. Be completely agnostic and watch for a budget friendly sale on LGA 1700 or AM4 cpu and DDR4 mobo. Carry over everything that can be stripped and plan on finding some higher speed RAM used.

I agree that a different GPU would be an exercise in frustration. We never ever ever come close to suggesting someone spend beyond their means. Shop smart and devote your most valuable resource, time, towards tuning and maximizing stable performance. Play at reasonable settings until the right GPU reveals itself.

 

[lexluthermiester]

Hi,

Was wondering if I was getting everything I can out of my RTX 2070 Super with my current build. Specifically I want to do everything possible to enhance GAMING performance at my monitors native 1440p. It is a MSI G273Q (2560x1440@165Hz). I know, from this website, that the 2070 Super isn't great for 1440p at higher settings - but I want to get the best I can out of it. This is an Acer prebuild, so I am unsure of what can even be swapped out.

My system is:

CPU: Intel Core i7-10700 CPU @ 2.90GHz
RAM: 16.0GB Dual-Channel DDR4 (21-21-21-47)
GPU: 8GB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
Motherboard: Acer Predator PO3-620 (U3E1)
Storage: 1863GB Seagate ST2000DM008-2FR102 (SATA (SSD)) and 476GB Western Digital WDC PC SN530 SDBPNPZ-512G-1014 (RAID (SSD))

Any advice is appreciated.

Looks like a good build. You made a typo though, fix it for you. Can't see anything else that needs help. Buy and enjoy!

 

[eidairaman1]

Hi,

Was wondering if I was getting everything I can out of my RTX 2070 Super with my current build. Specifically I want to do everything possible to enhance GAMING performance at my monitors native 1440p. It is a MSI G273Q (2560x1440@165Hz). I know, from this website, that the 2070 Super isn't great for 1440p at higher settings - but I want to get the best I can out of it. This is an Acer prebuild, so I am unsure of what can even be swapped out.

My system is:

CPU: Intel Core i7-10700 CPU @ 2.90GHz
RAM: 16.0GB Dual-Channel DDR4 (21-21-21-47)
GPU: 4095MB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER (Sapphire/PCPartner)
Motherboard: Acer Predator PO3-620 (U3E1)
Storage: 1863GB Seagate ST2000DM008-2FR102 (SATA (SSD)) and 476GB Western Digital WDC PC SN530 SDBPNPZ-512G-1014 (RAID (SSD))

Any advice is appreciated.

Get a gpu-z screenshot please

 

[Clueless1977]

Looks like a good build. You made a typo though, fix it for you. Can't see anything else that needs help. Buy and enjoy!

Prebuild from Acer bought back in 2021! Just seeing if I could max it out and/or do a mid-life upgrade. Looks like bringing the RAM up to 32GB is going to be the only thing I will be doing unless I find a 3080 or 4070 used at a reasonable price. Need to make sure my power supply would be up to it though.

 

[Clueless1977]

Get a gpu-z screenshot please

 

[lexluthermiester]

Prebuild from Acer bought back in 2021! Just seeing if I could max it out and/or do a mid-life upgrade. Looks like bringing the RAM up to 32GB is going to be the only thing I will be doing unless I find a 3080 or 4070 used at a reasonable price. Need to make sure my power supply would be up to it though.

Oh hell yes. If you have 2 empty DIMM slots, drop in a 32GB kit and you'll have 48GB. You have room to upgrade that CPU too. A 10800 or 10900 would give you more CPU headroom. And if that system has a 2070, a 3070 or 4070 would slot right in. Either one would be a solid upgrade. You'd have to shop carefully to find a model that has the same power connector, but we can help there if you would like.

BTW, Welcome to TPU!

 

[Clueless1977]

Oh hell yes. If you have 2 empty DIMM slots, drop in a 32GB kit and you'll have 48GB. You have room to upgrade that CPU too. A 10800 or 10900 would give you more CPU headroom. And if that system has a 2070, a 3070 or 4070 would slot right in. You'd have to shop carefully to fun a model that has the same power connector, but we can help there if you would like.

Thank you so much. What is the power connector exactly? And the new RAM should be of the same model as my current stuff too?

 

[lexluthermiester]

What is the power connector exactly?

Open your case side panel, take a photo and post it here. I'll highlight it for you. It will be either 1 x 8pin PCIe connector or a combo of 1 x 8pin + 1 x 6pin, maybe an 2 x 8pin.

BTW, here is a list of the CPU's that should be compatible with your system;

TechPowerUp

CPU database with latest specifications for processors launched in recent years. Includes clocks, photos, and compatibility info.

www.techpowerup.com

 

[Clueless1977]

Open your case side panel, take a photo and post it here. I'll highlight it for you. It will be either 1 x 8pin PCIe connector or a combo of 1 x 8pin + 1 x 6pin, maybe an 2 x 8pin.

BTW, here is a list of the CPU's that should be compatible with your system;

TechPowerUp

CPU database with latest specifications for processors launched in recent years. Includes clocks, photos, and compatibility info.

www.techpowerup.com

Thanks man. I will get to it ASAP

 

[Aken Bosch]

Get some more RAM as the others posted before and a Radeon 7800XT (or 6800XT-6900XT used) for the graphics. Make sure that you have 2x8 pin PCIE power connectors available (you most likely have, but better to check before shopping).