Question Can I revive this old PC ?

[Five5hot]

Hello there!

I am not the most tech-savvy so I need some advice. It's VERY outdated, but I was wondering If I can salvage any of these parts? Is it even worth trying to salvage them?

CPU: i7 - 6700k 4.00 GHz
COOLER: COOLER MASTER HYPER H412R
Motherboard: Z170A KRAIT GAMING (MS-7984)
RAM: CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM (2x8GB) 16GB (3000MHz)
GPU: EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 SSC GAMING
PSU: CORSAIR 750M 750W 80PLUS
CASE: THERMALTAKE CORE X31 ATX

Wanted to hear some thoughts. IDK if this would even sell LOL.

Looking to go this route on my next build:
https://pcpartpicker.com/user/Photonman1/saved/vQYqdC
Seems like a decent build path with the potential for upgrades.

Was also looking at this Pre-built:
https://www.newegg.com/skytech-st-eclipselite-1119-w-ne/p/3D5-000Z-001H0
Obviously can build it for cheaper and get better parts, but I am willing to pay for the conveniences lol.

Looking to play at 1080p with Max/Ultra Graphics on games and streaming.
If you guys have other builds you guys recommend please let me know.
I want to thank anyone who takes the time to comment and give advice or insight. <3

 

[COLGeek]

What is your upgrade budget? A motherboard/CPU that recycles the rest could increase performance quite a bit, as could getting a stronger GPU (and possibly PSU).

 

[Five5hot]

What is your upgrade budget? A motherboard/CPU that recycles the rest could increase performance quite a bit, as could getting a stronger GPU (and possibly PSU).

Thanks for the comment!

For a rebuild or a complete rebuild, I wanted to try to keep the whole build around ~$1500 if possible with $2k being the absolute max I would want to spend. Like the title said If some parts are still viable, I'll be happy to continue using my older parts. My goal is for future-proofing in mind. I am not sure if that's smart though... Would it be more cost-effective to go for future-proofing? Or just buy what I need now to run the games I am currently playing?

 

[COLGeek]

For build recommendations, see here: https://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/how-to-ask-for-new-build-or-upgrade-advice.528714/

Sounds like you want more of a new rig than just updating what you have (far less expensive, BTW).

What storage devices (SSD/HDD) are you currently using?

 

[Five5hot]

For build recommendations, see here: https://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/how-to-ask-for-new-build-or-upgrade-advice.528714/

Sounds like you want more of a new rig than just updating what you have (far less expensive, BTW).

What storage devices (SSD/HDD) are you currently using?

I am open to both ideas. I've been told by several people in IRL to just rebuild a new rig lol.

- WD Black SN750 - 500GB
- Crucial MX500 - 500GB
- Toshiba KXG50ZNV512G - 512GB

 

[thestryker]

You'd probably be best off seeing if there was a place to donate that old system if you don't have a reason to keep it around. It's one of those things where updating it isn't likely to be worthwhile, selling it will probably be tricky (personally wouldn't be enough money to be worth the effort), but the parts are decent enough someone might get some use out of it.

 

[NedSmelly]

That seems like quite a good system as it is right now. Although not Win11 compliant it would still work well as a secondary machine or hand-me-down for someone in need. I concur with the sentiment of just building a new rig, and keeping this PC functional - rather than fragmenting it for a half-baked ‘upgrade’ bitsa.

I’ve worked with freelancers with much worse systems as their daily driver.

 

[Five5hot]

That seems like quite a good system as it is right now. Although not Win11 compliant it would still work well as a secondary machine or hand-me-down for someone in need. I concur with the sentiment of just building a new rig, and keeping this PC functional - rather than fragmenting it for a half-baked ‘upgrade’ bitsa.

I’ve worked with freelancers with much worse systems as their daily driver.

You'd probably be best off seeing if there was a place to donate that old system if you don't have a reason to keep it around. It's one of those things where updating it isn't likely to be worthwhile, selling it will probably be tricky (personally wouldn't be enough money to be worth the effort), but the parts are decent enough someone might get some use out of it.

Gotcha. I will probably end up donating it. Thanks to both of you for your advice! <3

I am not sure if I should be asking this new question on this thread but like I stated earlier I was looking at these:

Looking to go this route on my next build:
https://pcpartpicker.com/user/Photonman1/saved/vQYqdC

Seems like a decent build path with the potential for upgrades. Probably will upgrade the build with a better GPU, MOBO, and maybe an AIO?

Was also looking at this Pre-built:
https://www.newegg.com/skytech-st-eclipselite-1119-w-ne/p/3D5-000Z-001H0

Probably can be built making it cheaper, but idk how much it would save me? Probably ~$200-300?

 

[35below0]

Thanks for the comment!

For a rebuild or a complete rebuild, I wanted to try to keep the whole build around ~$1500 if possible with $2k being the absolute max I would want to spend. Like the title said If some parts are still viable, I'll be happy to continue using my older parts. My goal is for future-proofing in mind. I am not sure if that's smart though... Would it be more cost-effective to go for future-proofing? Or just buy what I need now to run the games I am currently playing?

You could keep the RAM, but a brand new 2x16Gb kit would not cost too much.

Almost every variation of keeping some of the existing components is not as good as buying new. Mostly because your new PC would again last a good number of years, whereas a mixed build would require swaps and upgrades down the road. Value for money is on the side of a new build and for $1500 you get a really good machine.

Your PcPartPicker choice is basically on the money, except the GPU which is a poor choice. The 16Gb VRAM flatters it. Take a 7900GRE, or a RTX 4060, or wait until Christmas/next Easter when you'll be able to pick from a brand spanking new lineup from AMD, nvidia and Intel's Battlemage.

Another thing i would suggest is to pick a full size ATX motherboard instead of a micro ATX. Usually a smarter choice except for dirt cheap builds which yours isn't.

 

[js2]

Hello there!

I am not the most tech-savvy so I need some advice. It's VERY outdated, but I was wondering If I can salvage any of these parts? Is it even worth trying to salvage them?

CPU: i7 - 6700k 4.00 GHz
COOLER: COOLER MASTER HYPER H412R
Motherboard: Z170A KRAIT GAMING (MS-7984)
RAM: CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM (2x8GB) 16GB (3000MHz)
GPU: EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 SSC GAMING
PSU: CORSAIR 750M 750W 80PLUS
CASE: THERMALTAKE CORE X31 ATX

Wanted to hear some thoughts. IDK if this would even sell LOL.

Looking to go this route on my next build:
https://pcpartpicker.com/user/Photonman1/saved/vQYqdC
Seems like a decent build path with the potential for upgrades.

Was also looking at this Pre-built:
https://www.newegg.com/skytech-st-eclipselite-1119-w-ne/p/3D5-000Z-001H0
Obviously can build it for cheaper and get better parts, but I am willing to pay for the conveniences lol.

Looking to play at 1080p with Max/Ultra Graphics on games and streaming.
If you guys have other builds you guys recommend please let me know.
I want to thank anyone who takes the time to comment and give advice or insight. <3

To be fair easiest route, you could just go with an i9-9000 cpu and an RTX 3070 and keep everything else.

Depends on state of existing parts. You don't need to buy a Ferrari, if you already have an unlocked Skyline, if you know what I mean.

 

[Lucky_SLS]

for 1500 USD, you can get a 7900GRE.

for some reason the 7800X3D has a huge markup. The 7900X3D costs less:

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D 4.4 GHz 12-Core Processor ($327.98 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler ($37.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte B650 AORUS ELITE AX ATX AM5 Motherboard ($177.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: TEAMGROUP T-Create Expert 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($85.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: SK Hynix Platinum P41 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive ($127.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: XFX RX-79GMERCB9 Radeon RX 7900 GRE 16 GB Video Card ($529.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Phanteks XT PRO ULTRA ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 - TT Premium Edition 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1447.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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