I'm working with a pretty low-end PC setup that I affectionately call my "potato PC". I'm looking to gradually upgrade my system but I'm not sure where to begin. Should I start with a new motherboard, RAM, or a CPU? One concern I have is if a new motherboard will support my current low-end specs since I'm not looking to replace everything at once. Here are my current specs: I'm using an Intel i5-9400 CPU with 8GB of RAM, 932GB of HDD storage, and an integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630. Any advice on how to approach this upgrade would be much appreciated!
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It's tough to give a precise answer without knowing more about your full setup, but typically, it's best to upgrade your CPU and motherboard together since they rely on each other. Just make sure to verify compatibility with your existing components before you buy anything. If you can manage it, consider focusing on what holds you back the most—whether that's the CPU or GPU.
Yeah, that's sound advice! You might also want to check if your power supply can handle new components before you start replacing things.