I'm currently traveling in the Middle East, where I've found that computer parts are cheaper than back home in the UK. I just bought 32 GB of DDR5 RAM for around £150 and it's AMD EXPO ready. Now I need some advice on whether to buy a graphics card or a CPU next, with a budget of around £200 for this specific component. I plan to game on a 1440p monitor, mostly playing World of Warcraft and the new Battlefield. I'll be reusing my old SSD and HDD, but I'm completely new to this, so any help would be appreciated!
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You might find a used RTX 3070 or maybe even a Ti version within your budget, but an RTX 3080 could be a stretch. I've seen used 3070s listed around €200 lately. The 3070 should perform decently at 1440p, while the 3080 offers better graphics at higher settings, but check pricing carefully!
Given your budget, targeting a CPU might be the way to go since the best GPUs usually cost more. You could grab something from AMD's 9000 or 7000 series, and possibly find a decent deal on used parts. The 9800X3D is a great pick, but even a lower-tier CPU could work well for your gaming needs. Have you figured out your total budget for the build? You might want to map it out using PCPartPicker for better planning.
If you're looking for a solid card, keep an eye out for the RTX 5070 Ti or the AMD RX 9070 XT. They’re powerhouses, but depending on your gaming style at 1440p and medium settings, they might be overkill. Just make sure any part fits within your budget after all!
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