What next?

[niles55]

My system is starting to creek (a little) and i don't know what to upgrade next.

I dont have a huge budget so within ~ $200 (can sell gpu for a better one)

     What im thinking
     - another 8gb stick for dual channel

     - better/sli graphics card

      - ssd boot drive

Specs:

i7 4770k (clocked at 4.3 ghz)

8gb ddr3 at 1600 mhz (single stick)

gtx 660 (2gb vram, not overclocked)

1tb HDD 7.2k rpm

Asus z87-A

Corsair GS 800w PSU

 

 

[robertpartridge]

If you use your PC mostly for gaming, I think you'll get the most value out of replacing your GPU.  Selling the 660 and picking up something like an RX 480 or GTX 1060.

[Windows7ge]

SSD will make a big difference compared to mechanical

 

Dual channel memory will made a difference depending on your application.

 

Better GPU is self explanatory.

[another random person]

6 minutes ago, niles55 said:

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Well, I would recommend trying to sell your current GPU for more headroom when purchasing a better GPU.

If you prefer significantly faster boot times, then purchase a new SSD, no requirement to sell your GPU there.

Just no SLI, don't even think about that.

8GB of RAM is sufficient for gaming unless if you're like me and multitask the living daylights out of your system.

 

Personally I would recommend Getting a better GPU as if its for gaming you will see significant improvements. A SSD would be an equally worthwhile investment.

[genexis_x]

Upgrade GPU. If got extra money add more RAM and a SSD.

[LogicalDrm]

GPU and SSD. RAM isn't needed if you just game. But will help on other heavy tasks. I upgraded RAM for GIS work.