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You guys might get this question a lot, but as a noobie who only built one computer in his short life span, I cannot decide on which part of my computer to upgrade first.

I am currently using a pre picked parts/build computer from tiger direct, the spec of my computer consist of

  • AMD FX-8320 eight core processor 3.50ghz
  • 8 gigs of memory(says 6.92 usable though)
  • windows 8 64bit
  • AMD Radeon HD 7800 series
  • Mobo is M5A99FX pro R2.0(i have no idea what this means as well)\
  • Power supply is Thermaltake Smart M750W power supply(which apparently has a 80 plus bronze

So looking at these parts which one should I upgrade first in order to see a performance boost in my build?
Also my computer tends to over heat or crash often when im playin games like fallout 3 or battlefield 4. These two have some crazy gaps in terms of graphic settings, but seems like fallout3 is more of a spazz out crashes, and battlefield 4 seems to be overheating issue. Is there a way to fix this?

 

Also I forgot to mention that I am a gamer, but I play counter strike and dota a lot, and only play games like battlefield 4 because.. well I have a gaming pc, it would be a waste to not have at least one graphically demanding game.

 

Also I only use one monitor, I have razer black widow keyboard and the MW3 eddition of G9X (I only bough this version cuz it was actually on sale for a crazy price)

 

Also my budget is fairly limited, I'm mostly getting suggestions now so I can have a general idea of something to work on in the future. I can maybe spare a $100 "IF" there is a must buy upgrade right this second.

 

Oh and my monitor is a HP w2338h

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You have a pretty well rounded system. Are you using the stock cooler on your cpu? You could buy a better aftermarket cooler, oc your cpu, and get a better graphics card. The aftermarket cooler can help with your overheating problems. How is your case airflow as well?

I should be studying.

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What is overheating? CPU or GPU?

PC: 4770K @ 4.0 GHz --- Maximus VI Hero --- 8 GB 2133 MHz Corsair Vengeance Pro --- EVGA 780 TI Classified @ 1300 MHz --- Samsung Evo 250 GB --- Corsair RM 750 --- Corsair Carbide Air 540 --- CM Storm Rapid-I (MX Blues with PMK Evergreen Keycaps) --- Windows XP --- Razer Naga --- Custom Loop Parts: 380I, EKWB 780 Classy Waterblock and Backplate, 240mm and 360mm XT45, Swiftech MCP655, EKWB multi option reservoir, Mayhems Pastel Red, Primochill Primoflex Advanced Clear Tubing, 5 SP 120 Quiet Editions --- Mobile: Surface Pro 3 (i5 128gb) with JD40 (MX Clears) and Microsoft Sculpt Mouse --- Galaxy S6

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@Prodigydeadeye Yes I am using a stock cooler, but I didn't really aim for the aftermarket cooler because I have no idea how to OC. @Jodomcfrodo I actually don't know, I think its my CPU because my gpu temperature on the stress test(with the kombuster app) seems to suggest that my gpu remains at 75 degrees with around 58 fps average. I also optimized my game settings with the rptar app that came with AMD card users.

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@Prodigydeadeye Yes I am using a stock cooler, but I didn't really aim for the aftermarket cooler because I have no idea how to OC. @Jodomcfrodo I actually don't know, I think its my CPU because my gpu temperature on the stress test(with the kombuster app) seems to suggest that my gpu remains at 75 degrees with around 58 fps average. I also optimized my game settings with the rptar app that came with AMD card users.

 

Overclocking isn't as difficult as you might think, there are several beginner guides on the internet, and you probably could find a guide on overclocking an 8320. The forum can help you as well. Even if you don't oc, I would recommend you pick up an aftermarket cooler. It will help your heat issue. 

I should be studying.

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download this

 

Speccy

 

https://www.piriform.com/speccy/download

 

the program above will give you the full details of your PC

 

GPU-Z ID

 

http://www.techpowerup.com/gpuz/

 

use the above program to measure GPU load and temps

 

CPU-Z ID

http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html

 

the above program can help verify the specs of your PC

 

HWMonitor

 

http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/hwmonitor.html

 

Use the above to monitor all temps

 

 

 

try to update your drivers

 

AMD 14.4 Drivers

 

first one

 

http://support.amd.com/en-us/download/desktop?os=Windows+7+-+64#amd-catalyst-packages

Budget? Uses? Currency? Location? Operating System? Peripherals? Monitor? Use PCPartPicker wherever possible. 

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@Dragoon It seems like some of these things do the same thing as the others, However I did download the top 2 and got a general idea of what it looks like on my pc.

@Prodigy I suppose I could do that I mean the asus bios did have some sort of auto overclock option and I think I already enabled that option.

 

edit:also  it seems like my video card is up to date.

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@Dragoon It seems like some of these things do the same thing as the others, However I did download the top 2 and got a general idea of what it looks like on my pc.

@Prodigy I suppose I could do that I mean the asus bios did have some sort of auto overclock option and I think I already enabled that option.

edit:also it seems like my video card is up to date.

I wouldn't overclock if it is already over heating...

PC: 4770K @ 4.0 GHz --- Maximus VI Hero --- 8 GB 2133 MHz Corsair Vengeance Pro --- EVGA 780 TI Classified @ 1300 MHz --- Samsung Evo 250 GB --- Corsair RM 750 --- Corsair Carbide Air 540 --- CM Storm Rapid-I (MX Blues with PMK Evergreen Keycaps) --- Windows XP --- Razer Naga --- Custom Loop Parts: 380I, EKWB 780 Classy Waterblock and Backplate, 240mm and 360mm XT45, Swiftech MCP655, EKWB multi option reservoir, Mayhems Pastel Red, Primochill Primoflex Advanced Clear Tubing, 5 SP 120 Quiet Editions --- Mobile: Surface Pro 3 (i5 128gb) with JD40 (MX Clears) and Microsoft Sculpt Mouse --- Galaxy S6

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@Dragoon It seems like some of these things do the same thing as the others, However I did download the top 2 and got a general idea of what it looks like on my pc.

@Prodigy I suppose I could do that I mean the asus bios did have some sort of auto overclock option and I think I already enabled that option.

 

edit:also  it seems like my video card is up to date.

get this

 

i think your CPU is the problem with the overheating issue

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/cooler-master-cpu-cooler-rrt418pkr1

 

it a bolt on solution for your mobo

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well the thing is it wasnt overheating until i played battlefield 4 with the setting recommended by raptr.

 

How long have you had the system?

 

Did the problems just start?

 

What model case? And if you don't know that, how many fans & where are they in the case?

80+ ratings certify electrical efficiency. Not quality.

 

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ive had this system for about 7months? maybe and this problem started when I played heavy load games like battlefield 4 infact it was just battlefield 4

my case model.. im not sure. I think it only have one fan on the back.

maybe a photo taken with you phone might help us

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how do i post a picture of my computer? I dont see a upload file option in the comment section

you will need to use the more reply options

 

at the comment box you will be able to see the add attachments button 

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