04/06/2026
The 9800X3D won’t even save you from this.
A lot of people think a CPU upgrade automatically fixes low FPS.
Not always.
For this setup:
i5-9400F
GT 710
16GB RAM
Valorant only
₱8K–₱9K budget
You could spend money chasing a faster processor and still end up disappointed.
Why?
Because the biggest problem isn't always the CPU.
In this case, the GT 710 is doing far more damage to the overall experience than the i5-9400F.
Even one of the fastest gaming CPUs available can't magically overcome a severely limiting GPU.
That's why the smartest upgrade isn't always the most powerful part.
It's the part that's holding the system back the most.
With an ₱8K–₱9K budget, fixing the weakest link first can often deliver a much bigger improvement than jumping to a new platform.
Before buying a CPU, ask yourself:
What's actually limiting my performance right now?
Because sometimes the upgrade you want isn't the upgrade you need.
Send your CPU, GPU, monitor, main game, and budget if you want a quick upgrade check.