What upgrades should I consider?
What upgrades should I consider?
A short time ago I upgraded my computer and kept only the PSU and GPU from the previous model. Now I have some extra cash again, so I’m considering a GPU upgrade. What’s the most affordable yet good choice for me? Or is it even possible to upgrade with my current budget PC? I currently have a 1000w PSU, a 5700x3D 32GB RAM setup, and an MSI 1080Ti Gaming graphics card.
Right now i have 1000w psu, 5700x3d 32gb ram and Msi 1080Ti Gaming x
Please list the specs to your build like so:
CPU:
CPU cooler:
Motherboard:
Ram:
SSD/HDD:
GPU:
PSU:
Chassis:
OS:
Monitor:
include the age of the PSU apart from it's make and model. BIOS version for your motherboard at this moment of time.
Now i have some leftover money again so im thinking about upgrading gpu now. What would be the reasonably priced best option for me? Or is it even worth upgrading it with my budget pc?
For context, what sort of tasks will you be taxing the proposed GPU purchase with>? If it's for gaming, what resolution and titles are you looing to tax the system/GPU with? Where are you located? What is your budget for a GPU purchase? Preferred site for purchase?
A few months back I upgraded my PC and now only the PSU and GPU are left from the old unit. With some extra cash on hand, I’m considering a GPU upgrade. What’s the most affordable yet good choice? Or should I go for it with my current budget PC? It’s for gaming, and I’m thinking about spending around 500 EUR, leaving room if it really boosts performance.
CPU: 5700x3d
GPU cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120
Motherboard: Gigabyte | B550 GAMING X V2 / Latest bios
RAM: G.SKILL Aegis F4-2133C15D-32GIS, DDR4, 32 GB, 3200 MHz
Storage: Kingston SNV3S/500G, M.2 2280, 500 GB, WD 2 TB (WD20EURX)
GPU: MSI GTX 1080 Ti Gaming X
Power supply: Corsair RMi RM1000i 1000W
Case: MSI MAG FORGE 100R
Operating system: Windows 11
Monitor: Samsung | LS27AG500NUXEN / i play at 2K resolution
Your RMi is almost ten years old.
This is the budget you receive for your purchase:
PCPartPicker Part List
Video Card:
Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB Video Card
(€369.93 @ Amazon Deutschland)
Power Supply:
Corsair RM750x (2024) 750 W Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
(€131.68 @ Amazon Deutschland)
Total: €501.61
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and available discounts
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2025-09-22 05:44 CEST+0200
And regarding 1440p performance:
Source: https://www.techpowerup.com/review/sapph...oc/31.html
Real world gaming performance comparison (1080p): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IJUdyBgkIA
Power source needed? My current setup is 1000W and it's about 7 years old; it comes with a 10-year warranty.
RMi was released in 2015, making the platform ten years old. Although you owned it for seven years, it remained on the shelf for three years before you acquired it.
Even with just a GPU, starting at €530, you'd be looking at an RTX 5070. You can find it here:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/product...=price&P=10737418240,51539607552&c=590&page=1
Source:
https://www.techpowerup.com/review/msi-g...oc/32.html
Gaming comparison (1440p): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l91hpCOFVKw
Not too bad at the moment, but capacitors in PSUs wear out over time. It doesn’t matter if the PSU is being used or left idle. Your choice: replace it now or keep it for three years. RMi is of good quality and should cover the warranty period. However, with RMx 2024 you’ll receive a dedicated 12V-2x6 power cable straight from the PSU to your GPU (RTX 50-series), eliminating the need for an adapter. This product comes directly from the PSU:
Direct link: https://assets.corsair.com/image/up...al...e4_01.webp
Alternatively, you can use this link for the 2x PCI-E 8-pin power cables: https://media.overclock3d.net/2025/01/MS...-Cable.jpg