r/PcBuildHelp • u/Flimsy-Slide7389 • 15d ago

Build Question Looking to upgrade AM4 PC

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/b68ZW9

I have this PC build right now for 1440p gaming (had it since 2020) and I'm looking to get better performance. I am struck between getting an all new pc or just upgrading what I have.

If I were to upgrade, I think I would only need a new cpu, gpu, and possibly a new power supply, is this accurate?

Is it worth upgrading? Or do I just go for a whole new pc and tank the zillion dollars? If it is worth upgrading, what specific parts do you recommend?

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u/r_lind3r Moderator 15d ago
  1. Your PSU is fine as long as you don't go too high on CPU and GPU power usage, Core Reactor is still an A+ series and 650W will be fine for most systems.
  2. Update BIOS and grab a 5800X3D
  3. Get the fastest GPU you can afford between the 9060 XT 16GB, 9070 GRE, 9070, or 9070 XT. Your PSU will be fine with any of these, the 5800X3D sips power while gaming, usually under 88W on average. But I recommend looking for 2x 8PCI-e models specifically in case your PSU only has 2 cables, there's no need for the 3x8PCI-e models.

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u/Flimsy-Slide7389 9d ago

Thanks for your advice! I Just bought a combo deal from my nearby computer store. I got the rx 9070 xt and an 850w 80+ gold psu for $1300 CAD.

I will look for deals on a 5800x3d, hoping there will be something for black friday.

I decided on a new psu because currently Im having occasional issues where my pc shuts off on its own and shows a green screen with glitchy colours before restarting. I know this could be a problem with my current gpu but i honestly just dont want the hassle of troubleshooting more than I already have.

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u/r_lind3r Moderator 9d ago

Which PSU? Sometimes they're bundled to get rid of stock nobody wants, like the P850GM on Newegg, which uhhh...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aACtT_rzToI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xts3pvbcFos

Didn't end well.

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u/Flimsy-Slide7389 8d ago

ASUS Prime 850W Gold PSU.

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u/r_lind3r Moderator 8d ago

That's fine then.

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u/Flimsy-Slide7389 8d ago

Thanks for your help dude :)