I have 250$ to spend on pre-built(?) computer.

[NoobiestOfAll]

http://www.premiumgeeks.com/desktop/hp/hp-pavilion-a6418f-specs/
those are the specs^
I wanted to get a 750ti and a new processor but I think I may need to upgrade my mobo and psu as well, id like some opinions and if theres any better options to this. Thanks!

 

[mariogamer9]

So your upgrading this computer?

 

[GhislainG]

You'll find the CPU upgrade info at http://h20564.www2.hp.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=c01390596

The PSU is 150mm (W) x 85mm (H) x 140mm (L) or 5 7/8 x 3 3/8 x 5 1/2. Most PSUs are 150mm long; check if a slightly longer PSU fits. It doesn't have to be very powerful for that system with a 750Ti.

Upgrading the mobo can also be done (rewiring the front panel connector may be required), but then you may as well build a new system.

 

[NoobiestOfAll]

So your upgrading this computer?

Yes, I am upgrading this.

 

[mariogamer9]

Do you know if the motherboard has a pci x16 slot?

 

[mariogamer9]

and if you want to get the full performance out of your graphics card your gonna need a new processor

 

[mariogamer9]

if you were getting a gtx 750 then you would only have to pay around 250-270$ with a new processor

 

[mariogamer9]

but if you get a new processor then your going to need a new motherboard

 

[mariogamer9]

i did something similar and it costs me about 270$ but i have a gtx 750 and not a 750 ti

 

[GhislainG]

Do you know if the motherboard has a pci x16 slot?

That info is available at the link that I provided.

 

[mariogamer9]

here are my specs
AMD fx 6300 black edition 3.5 ghz (overclocked to 3.8hz)
gtx 750
m5a97r2.0
2x2gb of ddr3 ram
windows 7 ultimate 64 bit
500 watt power supply.
and i can run battlefield 4 and medium to high setting 60fps locked.

 

[mariogamer9]

so if i were you i would get a processor motherboard bundle because you can save alot of money when you get a bundle

 

[GhislainG]

Where will the OP find all the suggested components for only $250? I agree that replacing everything would be best, but his budget has to be increased accordingly.

 

[NoobiestOfAll]

Where will the OP find all the suggested components for only $250? I agree that replacing everything would be best, but his budget has to be increased accordingly.

I can throw in a little extra if needed, but I most likely need a new mobo and processor right? and it looks like it does have a pci x16 slot. I don't really know much about computer parts besides the names of the main parts.

 

[GhislainG]

Will you reuse the same case? If so, are you able to rewire the front panel connector if the pinout doesn't match the new micro-ATX motherboard? Selling it as is and building a new system would be best, but then you need everything, including the OS.

 

[NoobiestOfAll]

Will you reuse the same case? If so, are you able to rewire the front panel connector if the pinout doesn't match the new micro-ATX motherboard? Selling it as is and building a new system would be best, but then you need everything, including the OS.

I have a friend that can help me out with putting in the parts and everything, and I bought windows 7 so the OS would be no problem.

 

[GhislainG]

Then I suggest you create a new post and ask for suggestions for a new build; provide your maximum budget and what you don't need, e.g., the OS, monitor, etc.