Nemesis wrote:
Now what I'm looking for a serious recommendations to upgrade my pc. I'll most likely be upgrading my pc soon and need to know what would be best. Let us leave price range somewhat out of the picture... just don't go overboard.
Incase any of you wanted to know my specs so you can judge what I really need specifically. Here they are in the spoiler. (Simplified)
Specs:
Cpu - Intel Core i5-7500 @ 3.40 GHz
Gpu - EVGA GeForce GTX 1050
RAM - 8gb DDR4 (2x4)
Storage - 1tb Western Digital 7200RPM
Motherboard - Gigabyte Z270P-D3-CF
I plan on adding a SSD, possibly 250gb maybe more haven't really decided yet, but probably from the 850 EVO series.
I'm also either gonna add 2x8 or 2x4 for the ram.
Other than that, I kinda need other peoples opinions on what I should get.
If this was my pc, the things i'd have on my list for future upgrades (over time and when i could afford them..) Would be;
CPU: Intel Core i7-7700k (not too overboard, it'll play any new release and will be a solid cpu for a good couple years...)
GPU: Nvidia Geforce 1070/1080 (not too extreme but it is currently expensive.. depends on when you're going to upgrade this part.) Or alternatively if you want something cheaper, gtx 1060, this will perform as well as a 970 or maybe even 980 (not sure about 980) but if you're on a too steap budget, i'd go for a used but in good condition gtx 970 or 980 (I've just bought a used 970 for £150 from ebay, looks all in good condition.. ASUS model.. should be just what i need..) although if you do buy second hand, make sure you have a good idea of the use it's had.. if it's been overclocked, any wear, rattles, etc..
RAM: 16gb ddr4 or 32gb if the budget will stretch (nothing tooo crazy, DDR4 ram is pretty much essential with any decent i7 motherboard..)
Storage: 2x 1TB HDD's (as you already have 1..) and possibly a 250gb SSD or something if you have good budget.. but get a decent one.. not a cheap as chips one.. (you usually upgrade your hard drives as needed with your current storage issues)
Motherboard: I have the ASUS Z170 Pro Gaming motherboard.. it's all i could ever need.. supports SLI, has good spec.. isn't too expensive but does the job perfectly.
These specs are entirely my personal preference. I'm more of an Intel and Nvidia guy than AMD. These specs aren't anything mind blowing but it'll see you through a good couple years of high quality gaming and if you shop wisely you can get some great deals if you just do your research.. but don't settle.. if you can afford better parts, then if they are major components which as CPU, GPU, RAM.. then go for it.. just make sure you aren't bottle-necking any components and you'll be fine. That CPU i suggested won't be bottle-necked by the GPU neither will it the other way around.. the RAM will run without issue but if you feel confident investing in a higher Mhz ram then go for it!
Nemesis
