Graphic Cards Dilemma

[raygg.lol]

My Build:
R3 2200G @$93
Gigabyte A320M-DS2 (I don't plan to over clock the R3 2200G) @57
Team Extreem Dark (2x4gb) 3000MHz DDR4 @82
GTX 950 (Used) @110
1TB WD Blue/Green HDD @36
Corsair CXM450 @54
1st player dancing (micro ATX) case @28
TOTAL: $460

I have a several options for my GPU, here are the contestants:
- Palit GTX 1050 Ti Single Fan (Used) @$157 (Warranty active until July 2019)
- MSI GTX 1050 AERO ITX 2GB (New) @$146
- Zotac GTX 960 2GB AMP Edition Dual Fan (Used) @$136 (Warranty OFF)
- MSI GTX 960 4GB OC Dual Fan (Used) @$179
- MSI GTX 950 2GB Dual Fan (Used) @$110 (Warranty OFF)
- Zotac GTX 770 AMP Edition (Used) @$139
- RX 550 2GB (New) @$115


I was about to buy the GTX 950 @$110 one, but I think I can add few more bucks if it's worth it.

 

[RobCrezz]

1050 ti is the best choice there 100%

 

[geofelt]

The strongest may be the GTX770.
The recommended psu is 600w or better.

But, consider carefully before buying one.
The GTX770 is just one/two tiers stronger on tom's GPU hierarchy list.
https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gpu-hierarchy,4388.html

They recommend that a graphics card upgrade be at least three tiers higher or you will be disappointed if you do not see a significant difference in performance.

Also, some of your games may already be limited by the cpu performance.
Run YOUR games, but lower your resolution and eye candy.
If your FPS increases, it indicates that your cpu is strong enough to drive a better graphics configuration.
If your FPS stays the same, you are likely more cpu limited.

 

[RobCrezz]

The strongest may be the GTX770.
The recommended psu is 600w or better.

But, consider carefully before buying one.
The GTX770 is just one/two tiers stronger on tom's GPU hierarchy list.
https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gpu-hierarchy,4388.html

They recommend that a graphics card upgrade be at least three tiers higher or you will be disappointed if you do not see a significant difference in performance.

Also, some of your games may already be limited by the cpu performance.
Run YOUR games, but lower your resolution and eye candy.
If your FPS increases, it indicates that your cpu is strong enough to drive a better graphics configuration.
If your FPS stays the same, you are likely more cpu limited.

I dont understand? This is a new build, what are you comparing the tiers to?

 

[aquielisunari]

My Build:
R3 2200G @$93
Gigabyte A320M-DS2 (I don't plan to over clock the R3 2200G) @57
Team Extreem Dark (2x4gb) 3000MHz DDR4 @82
GTX 950 (Used) @110
1TB WD Blue/Green HDD @36
Corsair CXM450 @54
1st player dancing (micro ATX) case @28
TOTAL: $460

I have a several options for my GPU, here are the contestants:
- Palit GTX 1050 Ti Single Fan (Used) @$157 (Warranty active until July 2019)
- MSI GTX 1050 AERO ITX 2GB (New) @$146
- Zotac GTX 960 2GB AMP Edition Dual Fan (Used) @$136 (Warranty OFF)
- MSI GTX 960 4GB OC Dual Fan (Used) @$179
- MSI GTX 950 2GB Dual Fan (Used) @$110 (Warranty OFF)
- Zotac GTX 770 AMP Edition (Used) @$139
- RX 550 2GB (New) @$115


I was about to buy the GTX 950 @$110 one, but I think I can add few more bucks if it's worth it.

I vote for the 1050 Ti used. The 770 would have been my choice but it lacks a warranty. I'm not saying one should never buy used but if you have an option that can protect your investment for a year that is the one I would choose. You'll lose a little performance but if the Zotac dies you're out a good chunk of change. I purchased a 970 FTW which died in under 6 months. The warranty got me a new one.

Maybe add a little to the budget or save a little more. Can't you do just a little better with the CPU? I'd go for the 2400G instead. Why start at the bottom of the pack when $50 can put you back into mainstream instead of entry level. It also offers more cores which can make your PC experience that much more efficient. I am very financially challenged but I also enjoy gaming. It took my 9 months to afford my last GFX card.

 

[raygg.lol]

@aquielsunari I'm still a teenager dude, I don't have my own salary yet. It tooks a lot of time to save money until I gather $450 as a student. That's why my budget is tight af

 

[geofelt]

I misunderstood; I thought the OP was looking at upgrading graphics.

For a build, I am not so hot on building based on a apu processor.

You buy a APU for the excellent integrated graphics.
But, there are no real good CPU upgrades, particularly for a gamer.
If you install a superior discrete graphics card, you will have thrown away the big advantage of the APU.

Where will you buy the used parts?
There should be some complete computers available that can serve as a base.

They will also include windows, a $100 component which I do not see on your list.