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Just now, MVPernula said:

Hahah yes I've seen it, it's the 750ti you talked about. What am I sopposed to look at?

nothing... just nothing...

So we settled with 400w psu RX 460 abd i3 3240 

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Hello!!! I really need a better pc, but i am on very strict budget... 

My mobo isn't that bad Asus P8H61-M LX3 R2.0 (https://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/P8H61M_LX3_R20/)  so i think that i should upgrade,

but i am a noob so please help me out...

 

I need CPU and GPU as well as PSU

CPU: Intel Pentium G630   --->    Intel Core i3 3220

GPU: MSI GT 610 ---> RX 460 (or GT 1030)

PSU: Crappy 220watt (no brand)  ---> I don't really know

Ram: ^gigs of ddr3 1333Mhz ---> same

I think this will be a good choice but please help me out!  Thanks very much!!!!

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Get a better PSU no matter what. Probably not terribly worth it. What are you using your pc for.

 

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The CPu and GPu are a good upgrade, I'm assuming you're going to play some games

If you need help on used parts, contact me. I'm an used enthusiast.

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AMD Sempron 64 2800+ @ 1.6Ghz (2004, Aug)

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Gaming.  Just GTA 5 normal to high settings at 60 fps,  Rocket league,  CS GO,  Overwatch  and titles like that...

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1 minute ago, _SAITAMA_ said:

Gaming.  Just GTA 5 normal to high settings at 60 fps,  Rocket league,  CS GO,  Overwatch  and titles like that...

Remember to quote! :)

 

The CPU and GPU definetly, and the PSU along with that to keep up with the wattage required.

How many gigs of DDR3 RAM do you have exactly? I assume you slipped on your keys while typing.

What's on your budget?

The CPU will have to be bought second hand.

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Just now, MVPernula said:

Remember to quote! :)

 

The CPU and GPU definetly, and the PSU along with that to keep up with the wattage required.

How many gigs of DDR3 RAM do you have exactly? I assume you slipped on your keys while typing.

What's on your budget?

The CPU will have to be bought second hand.

I know that but thanks!!   6 gigs of ram... (I dont know how the heck i did it not the same brands and neither the speeds)

and budget is around 150$-180$ and if really really needed i can add some

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6 minutes ago, _SAITAMA_ said:

I know that but thanks!!   6 gigs of ram... (I dont know how the heck i did it not the same brands and neither the speeds)

and budget is around 150$-180$ and if really really needed i can add some

Alright good to know.

 

This is what I can give you when it comes to GPU and PSU upgrade (both of which I really recommend you upgrade)

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/jHnVZ8

 

Your motherboard is old, which means older CPU's, you'll have to look for that second hand.

Usually they come cheap since they're older.

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Just now, MVPernula said:

Alright good to know.

 

This is what I can give you when it comes to GPU and PSU upgrade (both of which I really recommend you upgrade)

Thanks but any suggestions on models?

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Just now, _SAITAMA_ said:

Thanks but any suggestions on models?

Sorry I sent the reply without finishing it. Refresh the page and look again.

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Just now, MVPernula said:

Sorry I sent the reply without finishing it. Refresh the page and look again.

Thanks! That is why i don't want to upgrade my mobo, then i would have to get ddr 4 ram and lda 1151 cpu. 

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Just now, _SAITAMA_ said:

Thanks! That is why i don't want to upgrade my mobo, then i would have to get ddr 4 ram and lda 1151 cpu. 

Exactly.

 

I'd say that you're alright with an i3, but highly recommend an i5.

If you find one that's reasonably priced and is an i5 for your motherboard, hit it.

2 extra cores really helps in games like GTA V.

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Do you have any sites wher eyou can buy used hardware?

If so; Send a link, can help you look up what's good or not :)

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1 minute ago, MVPernula said:

Do you have any sites wher eyou can buy used hardware?

If so; Send a link, can help you look up what's good or not :)

This is my main hope :D it's like Craig's list but on my language..

Here is an english version: https://www.mymarket.ge/en/

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if you upgrade, change that psu, it would make no sense to upgrade with a crappy psu like that, even a 350w would be good, then change cpu and gpu, (prioritazing the gpu) the 460 is my preference, but the 1030 will be just fine (costing less)

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1 minute ago, _SAITAMA_ said:

LOOOOOL i am laughing so hard right now :D :D:D:D:D .

BTW it says that he has i3 i5 and i5 processors and it's not 50$ it is a whole another currency, (it's called Lari or Gel) so 50 USD=123 Gel

Sorry forgot to add that it is not the actual price.. it's about 160-180 Gel about 70$

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2 minutes ago, _SAITAMA_ said:

LOOOOOL i am laughing so hard right now :D :D:D:D:D .

BTW it says that he has i3 i5 and i5 processors and it's not 50$ it is a whole another currency, (it's called Lari or Gel) so 50 USD=123 Gel

I know it's not $50, I exchanged it to my currency in Sweden, 100 GEL = ~330 Sek.

So 170sek/50GEL seems like it's a good deal either way!.

 

I can't read the rest of the post, but if the i5 on the pic is 50GEL it's a good deal.
Should I look around for something else?

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1 minute ago, Tabamon said:

if you upgrade, change that psu, it would make no sense to upgrade with a crappy psu like that, even a 350w would be good, then change cpu and gpu, (prioritazing the gpu) the 460 is my preference, but the 1030 will be just fine (costing less)

Thanks! I don't know why is everyone is saying to upgrade PSU.. I know that but what i do not know is what model and wattage psu to buy. 

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2 minutes ago, MVPernula said:

I know it's not $50, I exchanged it to my currency in Sweden, 100 GEL = ~330 Sek.

So 170sek/50GEL seems like it's a good deal either way!.

 

I can't read the rest of the post, but if the i5 on the pic is 50GEL it's a good deal.
Should I look around for something else?

Read the other comment... not 50 it's actually 180...

I feel like i should see amazon ebay and neegg...

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3 minutes ago, MVPernula said:

I know it's not $50, I exchanged it to my currency in Sweden, 100 GEL = ~330 Sek.

So 170sek/50GEL seems like it's a good deal either way!.

 

I can't read the rest of the post, but if the i5 on the pic is 50GEL it's a good deal.
Should I look around for something else?

BTW is this a good deal???

https://www.mymarket.ge/en/product/view/10964600/

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Just now, _SAITAMA_ said:

Thanks! I don't know why is everyone is saying to upgrade PSU.. I know that but what i do not know is what model and wattage psu to buy. 

looking at the hardware you got a 350w will be more than fine, but psus that low on wattage usually do not come with an 80+ certification, wich always worries me... i suggest buying a psu that has an 80+ certification, bronze if possible, the wattage you need is pretty low, so the lowest wattage you can find with an 80+ certification would be the best for you.

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2 minutes ago, _SAITAMA_ said:

Thanks! I don't know why is everyone is saying to upgrade PSU.. I know that but what i do not know is what model and wattage psu to buy. 

Your PSU will not be able to drive the parts you're upgrading to. The one I game you is a good PSU and you wont get more for the money without sacrificing quality :)

7 minutes ago, _SAITAMA_ said:

LOOOOOL i am laughing so hard right now :D :D:D:D:D .

BTW it says that he has i3 i5 and i5 processors and it's not 50$ it is a whole another currency, (it's called Lari or Gel) so 50 USD=123 Gel

 

1 minute ago, _SAITAMA_ said:

Read the other comment... not 50 it's actually 180...

Alright, sorry.

 

1 minute ago, _SAITAMA_ said:

BTW is this a good deal???

https://www.mymarket.ge/en/product/view/10964600/

The GTX 1050 beats the RX 460 in most titles.

But it seems like a decent deal, yeah.

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