I've got a prebuilt PC from 2020 and I've already upgraded some parts while planning to recycle a few others. It's been running okay, but I'm thinking about building a new one for Christmas. What do you all think? Should I upgrade this one or start from scratch? Also, I should mention that my motherboard doesn't support Bluetooth or Wi-Fi natively, so I'm using a dongle for that.
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Looks like you have a decent setup! If you're considering an upgrade, a good move would be to look into the Ryzen 5000 series for the CPU and maybe a new GPU like the 5700X paired with a 9060XT or 5060 Ti. Just remember, your current GPU, the 3060, while a solid card, is starting to show its age. If you can hold off a little, you might get better options later.
Honestly, it depends on what kind of performance you're seeking. If you're aiming for high-end gaming or productivity, building new might be the way to go. But if you're only looking to upgrade with something like a $300 GPU, you could just stick with what you have for now.
Yeah, I agree! Your components are pretty solid, but if you're looking for higher performance, waiting a bit could pay off.