In 3e/3,5e/PF I used to value INT for the skill points. In 5e I usually invest in INT to boost those skills, especially Investigation.
STR is likewise useful to power your Athletics skill (a major skill for most rangers, at least the way my table plays). In BG3 it's useful for weight carrying, jumping and hurling barrels. I also sometimes p[lay Rangers with martial weapons rather than just using bows. My current BG3 dwarf Ranger, for example, uses a battleaxe.
No stat is a 'waste', it depends on your concept of the character and how you want to play them.
Last edited by Sadurian; 22/10/20 12:18 PM.
