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Should i upgrade my computer or start with a new build? comments

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I have both a Dell Optiplex 390, and a Lenovo Thinkcentre m78, the Dell isy current main computer, and the Lenovo is there for an etxtra monitor and web browser.

Dell:

CPU:

Intel core i3 2120

Ram:

8gb ddr3 (dual channel)

Gpu:

Nvidia GTX 1030

Psu:

EVGA 450w 80+

Lenovo:

Cpu:

AMD A6 5400B

Ram:

4gb ddr3

Gpu:

Integrated

Psu:

230v

I want to either upgrade the dell (CPU mainly) into a decent computer, able to play overwatch, CSGO Gary's Mod & portal at 1080p 60+ fps, then use the Lenovo as a NAS/media server or sell the lenovo, use the dell as a NAS then build a computer.

 

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Used Ryzen prices are great right now, and they'll be better when Zen 2 comes out. Not a bad time for a rig swap.

I WILL find your ITX build thread, and I WILL recommend the SIlverstone Sugo SG13B

 

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I would probably buy new computer since newer parts ang generation can extend it's lifespan than the old one. I myself have an intel build but I would recommend going for Ryzen for the cpu but Nvidia for the GPU since they only eat a little of your PSU which you can save as well. Goodluck bud!

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25 minutes ago, Chambersofsecret said:

EVGA 450w 80+

replace that while you're at it

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I'd swap in a new CPU and probably get a new PSU for the Dell and you should have something that can kinda run games. The GT 1030 isn't amazing but it can run games on low-medium 1080p, especially esports ones designed to be light

I spent $2500 on building my PC and all i do with it is play no games atm & watch anime at 1080p(finally) watch YT and write essays...  nothing, it just sits there collecting dust...

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Type Item Price
CPU AMD - Ryzen 5 2600X 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor $189.89 @ OutletPC
Motherboard MSI - B450 TOMAHAWK ATX AM4 Motherboard $114.99 @ B&H
Memory Corsair - Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory $104.99 @ Amazon
Storage Samsung - 860 Evo 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive $77.98 @ Amazon
Video Card MSI - GeForce RTX 2060 6 GB VENTUS OC Video Card $349.99 @ Newegg
Case Fractal Design - Meshify C White TG ATX Mid Tower Case $89.98 @ Amazon
Power Supply Corsair - RMx (2018) 550 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply $63.98 @ Newegg
  Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts  
  Total (before mail-in rebates) $1021.80
  Mail-in rebates -$30.00
  Total $991.80
  Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-04-13 03:26 EDT-0400  

 

 

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if you're looking for a quick fix you could try an i7 2600 or 3770 (not sure on the 3770 tho as that mobo might be proprietary) but in my opinion, and everyone else's, starting fresh would be better for the long run. if you can't fork out much cash, try looking into 4th gen intel stuff so you can still use your ddr3 but that'll save you for not much longer

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