DJShepherd

I’m trying to upgrade my gaming computer, currently inside is a GTX 1050 2GB, and an Intel Pentium G4560. I obviously need to upgrade either one to make the computer better, but I don’t truly know which one to go after first. Money isn’t the issue here either, I just need to know which one is more important to a gaming computer because every time I try to figure it out, there’s never a clear answer from anyone. A little advice would help, so, yeah.

It’s an AOC G2460PF, it’s 1080p and the box and corner of monitor clearly say 144 Hz. In my windows settings it only allows for a 58, 59, and 60 Hz refresh rate though

Is that in GeForce Experience or just the Nvidia settings?

Yes, I realize FreeSync and Nvidia GPU’s aren’t compatible. But I have a 144 Hz AOC gaming monitor, but it tells me my display is only 60 Hz. My main question is do I have to have an AMD GPU to be able to use the 144 Hz refresh rate or am I not plugging a cable into my GPU to use it or something?

I was wondering what everyone thought was the best GPU right now as far as price/performance is.

It’s going to be used for gaming as of right now

I have a 200 series board

So I made a budget build with a G-4560 and a Gigabyte motherboard. I’m trying to decide between the i7-7700K and i5-8600k. My problem is the i7-7700K would be the cheaper option in my case due to having to buy a new motherboard and cooler for the i5, where I could buy a bundle for $500 on Newegg. I need advice on if the price difference is worth the performance increase.