At 1440p, the RTX 5070 does the heavy lifting in Black Myth: Wukong, so the Ryzen 5 9600X seldom becomes the limiting factor.

Quick Answer

No, the Ryzen 5 9600X does not meaningfully bottleneck the RTX 5070 at 1440p; expect the GPU to lead and the pair to deliver around 100-140 fps in Black Myth: Wukong.

What to expect in Black Myth: Wukong

Running Black Myth: Wukong at 1440p on this pair, target around 100-140 fps depending on settings. Turning on upscaling or frame generation lifts that further while keeping the Ryzen 5 9600X comfortable. The experience is smooth for both single-player and competitive play.

Why 1440p favours the GPU

At 1440p the workload shifts toward the graphics card, so the RTX 5070 stays near full load while the Ryzen 5 9600X has headroom to spare. That means the CPU is seldom the limiting part in Black Myth: Wukong. A bottleneck is far more likely at 1080p, where the CPU works harder.

When the CPU would actually matter

The Ryzen 5 9600X only becomes a factor at low resolutions, very high refresh targets, or in CPU-heavy simulation titles. For 1440p AAA gaming on the RTX 5070, that is not your scenario. Spend your next R5,000 on storage or a better monitor instead of a CPU upgrade.

Local stock and after-sales support

Choosing this build from local stock with a South African warranty makes repairs and returns far easier than overseas support. Check the warranty term and whether RMA is handled in-country before committing. The modest premium over a grey import is inexpensive protection on a real purchase.

FAQ

Should I enable upscaling for Black Myth: Wukong on this pair?

Yes, if you want extra frames or headroom for higher settings. Upscaling lifts performance well past 100-140 fps while keeping the Ryzen 5 9600X comfortable at 1440p.

Would I get more frames with a faster CPU for Black Myth: Wukong?

Very few at 1440p, since the RTX 5070 is the limiter. A faster CPU only helps at 1080p or in CPU-heavy titles. Your Rands are better spent elsewhere in the build.

Does the Ryzen 5 9600X bottleneck the RTX 5070 at 1440p?

No, not meaningfully. At 1440p the RTX 5070 carries the load and the Ryzen 5 9600X keeps pace, delivering around 100-140 fps in Black Myth: Wukong. The pairing is well balanced.

Keep the RTX 5070 fed at 1440p Browse Evetech systems built around the RTX 5070 and a matched CPU. A balanced 1440p build delivers around 100-140 fps in Black Myth: Wukong with local warranty.