I'm building my first PC and want to know if this setup is good for future upgrades. My current computer can't handle Windows 11, so I'm worried about whether this new build will be compatible with future Windows versions. I'm hoping to upgrade parts instead of buying a whole new system. Here's the link to my build: https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/9Qpjgn. This PC will primarily be used for entertainment. I'd love to hear your thoughts! For context, I currently have an i5-4460 @3.20ghz, 6GB RAM, and Intel HD Graphics 4600.
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With desktops, the beauty is that you can upgrade components over time. However, sometimes you'll need a new motherboard to fit newer CPUs. RAM can often be reused as long as the new board supports the same type, along with power supplies and GPUs.
Totally agree! AM5 seems like the way to go.
Instead of your current build, check this out: https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/9qrxC8. It might fit your needs better!
You might want to consider swapping out the CPU for a 9600X. It's better for gaming and usually cheaper too. The 8700G isn't great for gaming since it runs at lower speeds and has less cache. Also, ditch the 1TB HDD for an M.2 NVMe SSD—it's way faster and will boost your performance significantly. And if possible, go for the Corsair Frame 4000D case; it’s more modular and better overall.
Just to clarify—are you planning to game on this, or is it more for everyday tasks? If it’s mainly for general use and some media streaming, you might not even need a dedicated GPU. Definitely get an SSD for your OS; it makes a huge difference in performance, even more than a CPU upgrade!
It's mostly for general use—banking and YouTube. I keep hearing about SSDs and want to see how much of a difference they make!
You might want to look at this build instead: https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/Bdv6jn. It has a better GPU, a solid CPU, and primarily SSD storage, which is about 2500% faster for reading/writing compared to an HDD.
Yeah, I think going with AM5 is a solid choice for future builds!