Upgrade your CPU, GPU, and RAM for better performance.
Upgrade your CPU, GPU, and RAM for better performance.
Hello, I’m planning a CPU upgrade from the I3 8100. Your GPU is the GTX 1060 3GB and you have 8GB RAM ready to expand to 16GB. With a $600 budget, I’m looking for options that hit 1080p at 60+ frames per second.
It really depends on the games, but generally you can comfortably spend around 5700 and still have a solid edge.
It varies by the games and your existing setup. I’d just swap in a better GPU, such as a 5700, and check the results. If needed, you can upgrade the CPU to an i5 and add extra RAM if possible. For a full platform refresh, consider a Ryzen 5 2600 with a B450 motherboard, paired with G.Skill Aegis 3000MHz RAM and a 5700. You should be able to assemble it for around $600.
Consider upgrading your B360M mortar motherboard if you plan to use it for high-performance tasks or future-proofing your system.