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hahantu
post Jul 10 2015, 01:17 AM

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Hello, can someone advice me on upgrading my current rig? Budget around 1500

usage : gaming (mmos, casual games, I don't really play AAA games but if I do, I can settle for medium setting)

Phenom II 945
MSI 770-C75
HD7850
8GB DDR3
WD Blue 1TB
FSP Hexa 500W
Thermalright venomous x cpu cooler
1080p res

Parts that I am considering upgrading is processor and motherboard as both are the oldest part in my rig and to open up upgrade path maybe in 1-2 years.

Processor : i5 4690k or i7 4770k rm920 vs rm900
Mobo : there are a few asrock z97 mobo that fits my budget, gonna need recommendation on this. I prefer quality > features.

is it possible for my current psu to supply the required wattage if I OC the processor and my current gpu, just mild OC at stock voltage? same PSU from HERE


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hahantu
post Jul 10 2015, 02:33 PM

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QUOTE(terence_nwb @ Jul 10 2015, 01:12 PM)
No need go for OC build if just purely gaming, FPS gain is small, some games don't even show any FPS gain if it is not CPU intensive. Get a i5 4460 + H81/B85 mobo will do the trick. Concentrate more on GPU, it is the main part when we talk about upgrade for gaming rig.
If possible, change it to at least B85 chipset mobo for more RAM slots, PCIE 3.0 and USB 3.0 front panel support. PSU is good to go but if you want to get a good quality one, change it to Seasonic M12II EVO 520W at RM 319.
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OC is just as a hobby so I am inclined to go with 4690k.

About psu, will my current psu be able to handle i5 4460 + 7850 if I choose to go with that upgrade?

Thanks for the advice! smile.gif

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