Which Parts Should I Upgrade First for Gaming?
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GamerDude42
I'm currently using a Ryzen 5 3600x with a B450 Tomahawk Max motherboard, an RX 570 4GB GPU, 16GB of DDR4 3200MHz RAM, and a combination of a 1.2TB SSD and a 1TB HDD. I also have a 144Hz monitor. I primarily play lighter games like CS2, LoL, Valorant, and GTA 5, but I'm looking to prepare for GTA 6 as well. Based on my setup, what do you all suggest I upgrade first?
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Before anything, what's your budget? Knowing that will really help in making specific recommendations!
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I've had a similar setup, and my first upgrade was the GPU. I had the B450 and Ryzen 5 3600 too, paired with an RX 580. I later swapped out the CPU and added more RAM. If I could redo it all, I’d recommend upgrading the motherboard, CPU, and GPU at the same time if your budget allows! But that can get pricey, lol.
GamerDude42: Haha, if I'm spending that much, I might as well just build a new rig! What GPU did you go with, and did it make a big difference?
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I’d prioritize upgrading to 32GB RAM first, then go for a new GPU like the 9060 XT or 9070, and finally upgrade your CPU to the cheapest X3D model along with a good cooler. That's the order I’d suggest based on your needs.
ChillVibes123: Honestly, RAM isn't as crucial right now. I had 16GB until recently and didn't face any issues while gaming. I think focusing on the GPU first would give you the biggest performance boost.
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GamerDude42: I'm looking at around $300-500, but I could save up for something better if needed.