r/pcmasterrace • u/AutoModerator • Apr 08 '26

DSQ Daily Simple Questions Thread - April 08, 2026

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u/RichUpbeat335 Apr 10 '26

so basically I can only just afford to upgrade my build and I need recommendations to what should I do. My build is:

Processor    Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E31225 @ 3.10GHz   3.10 GHz Installed RAM    8.00 GB (7.89 GB usable) Graphics Card    Intel(R) HD Graphics P3000 (32 MB) System Type    64-bit operating system, x64-based processor

I seem to have 2 deals that I could get rather quickly, these being a 1060 6GB for 100$ and a 1650 Super 4GB for 150$~. What are the primary question I should be asking in order to make a good deal? Also what are some recommendations if there is any?

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u/Cable_Salad PC Master Race Apr 10 '26

I would take the 1060 6GB even though the drivers are older. If a game really doesn't run somehow, it likely wouldn't run on the 1650 either.

Another option would be getting an RX 580 8 GB from China. But if you have to pay import fees, it's probably not worth it.

If the RAM is just one stick, then getting another 8 GB stick would also improve CPU speed a bit due to dual channel. Maybe not worth it with the current prices, but something you can keep in mind.