Upgrading my computer to improve gaming.

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thaull

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I'm not that computer-savvy, so I really need help in upgrading my computer.

I'm using:

Windows Vista Home Premium
3070MB RAM
DirectX10
NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT 1523 MB
1440 X 900 (32 bit) (60 Hz) Monitor
AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core Processor 5000+

I'm thinking of getting a new processor and video card. Not sure which

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductReview.aspx?Item=N82E16819103300

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130469

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103649

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121308

I want to improve my computer to allow me to run games on max setting. I'm trying to keep my budget around $300, but if it's a bit more, I don't mind.

Anyone have some suggestions, please?

EDIT: Took out the intel processor. Learn something new every day. :)
 
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Well firstly if your using a AMD X2 5000+ at the moment you cant get a Intel CPU without getting a new motherboard...

What motherboard you using? Cause you need at least AM2+ socket for quads. That Phonem II CPU is AM3 Im not sure if it is backward capable for AM2+ though.

None of the other links work for me so yeah lol.
 
5000+ to a 7750 would be sorta pointless. I would look at a Phenom II or Phenom X3 or X4.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103648

As far as RAM goes, You will need 4Gb to run Vista smooth. DDR2 1066, 800 will suffice.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231166

GPU, no questions.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102801

Great card, Im getting one in 2 weeks. Best value for the performance.

I would like to know the wattage of you PSU. Probably need at least a 550w to 600w.

If not.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817341019
 
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I used the CPU-Z program to find out the motherboard. What came up was:

Manufacturer: ASUSTek Computer INC.
Model: NARRA3 3.02
Rev.: A3
LPCIO: Fintek F8000

I have no idea what this means...

Does this help with anything?
 
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