Can someone review my planned PC upgrade and parts choices?
My 12-year-old computer has finally given up, so I'm taking the opportunity to build a new system. I put this parts list together about a year ago and…
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Is This $3,200 Gaming PC Build Balanced for Future Upgrades?
I'm putting together a new PC in the US with a budget of about $3,200. My main goal is to play AAA games comfortably for several years, while…
Should I upgrade my 14-year-old PC or switch to Linux?
I have an older PC built around an AMD FX-8350 processor and an ASUS M5A78L-M PLUS/USB3 motherboard. The system still works fine for what I use it for,…
Is this $4,000 PC build overkill for Minecraft with maximum settings and shaders?
This is my first PC build, and I'm still learning how the specifications translate into real-world gaming performance. My main goal is to play Minecraft at maximum settings,…
PC turns on for a second, then shuts off—what should I replace?
My roughly 10-year-old PC suddenly stopped posting. Pressing the power button makes it start for about a second before shutting down, and it repeats this behavior without displaying…
Which GPU would be a good fit for this gaming PC build?
I'm putting together a gaming PC and would appreciate some advice choosing a graphics card. I already own the 1TB SSD and 850W power supply, so those parts…
What gaming PC build can handle 1440p at around 100 FPS for about $1,000?
I've been using the same PC for roughly ten years and haven't upgraded it much. It struggled to maintain 70 FPS in Battlefield 6, and newer games such…
Where Should I Start Troubleshooting a PC That Runs Poorly?
I've been away from PC hardware and gaming for quite a while, and I'm not really sure what I'm looking at anymore. My system has an Intel Core…
What’s the best way to spend about $500 upgrading this 10-year-old gaming PC?
I'm in my 40s and don't have much time for gaming or editing, so I'm not trying to build a high-end system. I'd like to spend roughly $500,…
What’s the best way to spend about $500 upgrading this 10-year-old PC?
I have a roughly 10-year-old general-purpose PC used for 1080p gaming, light video and multimedia work, coding, movies, and music. I'm in my 40s and don't have much…
What PC upgrades make the most sense with a €600 budget?
I'm looking to improve my PC but I'm not sure where to begin. My current hardware is an AMD Ryzen 5 3600, 16 GB of dual-channel DDR4-3200 memory,…
Can I Move My Existing Windows Drive to a New PC Build?
I'm building a new PC in a few days and would like to keep my current storage drive with Windows and all my files intact. The new build…
Is upgrading from a Ryzen 5 5600 to a Ryzen 5 7500F worth losing 32GB of RAM for $100?
My current gaming PC has a Ryzen 5 5600, RTX 3070, 32GB of DDR4-3200, and a B450M motherboard connected to a 1440p 200Hz display. I mainly play Dota…
Should I keep a free i9-14900K or return it for cash?
I was given an Intel Core i9-14900K for free, along with a receipt, so I can return it for roughly $450–$500. I already have a perfectly good i7-12700K…
Do I need to reinstall Windows after upgrading from a Z390 i9-9900K to a Z790 i7-14700K?
I'm upgrading my motherboard and processor from a Z390 system with an i9-9900K to a Z790 board with an i7-14700K. I'll be keeping the same M.2 drive. After…
What gaming PC upgrades make sense with a €1,250 budget in Portugal?
I'm not very experienced with PC hardware and have been using the same system for several years. It's starting to struggle with newer games, and I'd also like…
Is this upgrade enough for 1440p at 144 Hz on high or ultra settings?
I'm planning a PC upgrade for 1440p gaming at 144 Hz with high or ultra settings in games such as Elden Ring and Expedition 33. I'll keep my…
What PC upgrades make sense for 4–5 years of high-quality gaming?
I'm planning a long-term PC upgrade so I can play upcoming games at high to ultra settings for the next four or five years. My current system has…
What GPU and CPU upgrades make sense for an $800 gaming PC budget?
I'm having trouble running newer games smoothly. My current system often only meets minimum requirements, but I'd like to play recent releases at smoother settings, ideally medium to…
Is this living-room gaming PC build ready, or are there smart ways to cut costs?
I'm putting together a powerful living-room gaming PC that will function like a modern Steam Machine. The system will sit near the TV, so I chose a case…