I built my PC back in 2020, and while it was a decent starting point that allowed me to play CS with over 50 fps, it's starting to feel outdated. I'm having trouble running some newer games and there's no way it could handle GTA 6. I'm trying to decide whether it's worth investing in upgrades for my current setup or if I should just purchase a completely new system. Here are my current specs: GameMax Silent HILL / H606 case, ASUS PRIME B450M-K motherboard, AMD Ryzen 3 3100 CPU, 16GB (2x8GB) Patriot Viper 4 Blackout DDR4 3200 MHz RAM, ASUS ROG STRIX GeForce GTX 1650 4GB GPU, WD Green 240GB 2.5" SSD, and a Corsair CV450 power supply.
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If you want solid performance, consider upgrading to at least a Ryzen 5600 or 5700X CPU and a GPU like the RX 6600 XT or RTX 3060, but keep your budget in mind!
Honestly, if you can swing it, building a new system could be a good move. Prices for RAM and other parts have really gone up recently, but starting fresh might save you long-term hassle. Just check that everything fits in your budget!
You might want to put some money into upgrading. A CPU upgrade to the Ryzen 5000 series is feasible with a BIOS update on your current motherboard. Just keep in mind that your 240GB SSD might fill up quickly with new games. You could focus on a better GPU that fits your budget.
I appreciate the advice! I'll definitely think about the SSD space too.
Thanks for the tips! Just to clarify, my max budget is around 1200 euros.