I'm looking to improve my gaming setup because I'm experiencing issues like game crashes and stuttering, especially with newer games. My current configuration includes an AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU, a Radeon RX 580 GPU, 32 GB of RAM (running at 2133 MHz), and a storage setup with a 250GB SSD and an internal HDD for games. I'm hesitant to start from scratch but feel overwhelmed with what parts I should upgrade. I'm concerned that upgrading one component might lead me down a path where I have to upgrade my motherboard and power supply, which I'd like to avoid. I'm aiming for decent 1080p gaming at around 60fps, and while my budget is $500-1000, I'd prefer to spend as little as possible. Is there anything important I might have overlooked?
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For a good upgrade, I'd suggest focusing on getting a new GPU first. That’s typically the easiest way to boost gaming performance without messing with the motherboard. You might look into getting something like an RTX 3060 or 3080 if your budget allows. Also, consider investing in an SSD if you're currently running games off an HDD; that alone can drastically reduce stuttering and loading times. Your RAM at 2133 MHz is a bit slow—if it's possible to enable XMP or upgrade your RAM, that could help too!
Yeah, for sure, moving to SSD is key! I had major issues with stuttering when using an HDD for new games.