I have a Dell Inspiron 3670 with an i5-8400 processor and 12 GB of RAM. I'm looking to upgrade it to improve performance while using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. I'm really not tech-savvy and would appreciate specific recommendations on parts I should buy. Alternatively, do you think it's better to invest in a new computer instead? If so, what budget-friendly options do you suggest?
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Upgrading your GPU could really boost your Lightroom and Photoshop performance since they can utilize that for rendering tasks. However, considering your PC is a bit older, you might hit some limits based on the motherboard and power supply. Honestly, I'd suggest looking into a new build since it might be cheaper in the long run. If you’re not looking to spend a fortune, something with a Ryzen 5 or an Intel Core i5 newer generation could be a solid choice.
Can you recommend any specific models that are reasonably priced?