Hey there! My PC build is getting pretty old—about 6 years now—and it feels quite underwhelming these days. I'm aiming to upgrade for smooth 1080p gaming, ideally hitting high to ultra settings with a stable 60 FPS. I might even consider upgrading my monitor later on. My budget is around 400 to 500 euros. Here's my current setup:
- Motherboard: B450M Tomahawk
- GPU: RX 580
- CPU: Ryzen 5 3600
- PSU: Corsair RM650
- RAM: 16GB at 3200 MHz
What upgrades would you recommend?
4 Answers
Definitely go for the 5600X as it’s a solid and budget-friendly choice! For GPU, both the RX 6700 and the 3060 Ti are strong options. If you're feeling adventurous, you could also jump to 1440p resolutions as you upgrade. Just make sure to check prices since they can vary a lot right now.
For an upgrade, I'd recommend looking into CPUs like the Ryzen 5 5600X or even the 5800X if you can find a good deal. They should give a nice boost. When it comes to GPUs, consider the RX 6700 or the 3060 Ti—their 16GB models are great for hitting those high settings at 1080p. If you're thinking about RAM, another 16GB kit could really help, too! Don't forget to also update the BIOS on your motherboard after upgrading!
Good call on the BIOS update! It's super important to keep everything running smoothly.
Honestly, I'd recommend getting a used 3080 Ti if you can swing it—just save up for the CPU upgrade later! Maybe look at pairing it with something like the Ryzen 7 5800X down the line for a real performance boost.
That’s a clever approach! A used 3080 Ti can give you serious power for not too much money.
Check the prices for the Ryzen 7 5800X and RX 6700 as well. They can give you solid performance. If you're looking to keep it under budget, you might hold off on the CPU and just get the 3060 Ti for now, since it’ll still perform quite well with your current setup for 1080p at 60 FPS.
Yeah, I think the 3060 Ti is a fantastic choice! You’ll definitely feel a noticeable uplift from your RX 580.
True, I’ve seen some wild price swings lately. Always good to shop around!