I have a pretty outdated PC setup with a GTX 1030 as my GPU and an Intel Xeon E5-2660 v4 as my CPU. I also have a 750-watt Mars Gaming MPIII750 power supply. I'm looking to upgrade but can't do everything at once. I want to keep using my 32 GB of DDR4 RAM, but I'm unsure whether to prioritize upgrading my CPU and motherboard or my GPU. I've been considering getting an RX 6600 for the GPU, along with a Ryzen 5 5600 and a B550 motherboard. Given my budget constraints, what do you think I should focus on first?
3 Answers
Your 750W PSU should be more than enough for this kind of upgrade. No worries there! Just make sure to check if the new GPU fits your case and has the necessary power connectors.
Instead of just looking at upgrades, think about what you really want to play. Identify the games that are struggling on your current setup. Once you know what's holding you back, you can focus on upgrading the right part first. Sticking with DDR4 is a smart move given the current pricing.
In that case, definitely upgrade the GPU first! It'll help you play those newer games much better.
Definitely go for the GPU first! The GTX 1030 is pretty outdated and won't handle most modern games well at all. Upgrading to something like the RX 6600 will give you a noticeable boost in performance.
I mainly play Roblox and Minecraft since those are the only games my PC can handle now. I want to play newer titles like Arc Raiders and Helldivers 2!