Question Incredible System Upgrade! From dead PC to alive Gaming system

[jgarciab80]

Hello,

This is an update for the original thread: Question Should I perform an upgrade to my 7 y/o system?.

I created that post to obtain suggestions and perspectives from skilled PC Builders, if upgrading an old system really takes the worth. I noticed that almost every comment on that thread discouraged me to upgrade the old system. And many suggested to go for a new Intel 13th gen system (or similar).

However, I decided to bring some new life to the old pal, and I created a monster gaming PC!

First, I changed an Intel Core i3 to Intel Core i7 (7700K, 4.2 Ghz.).

Second, I changed my old RAM, from 8GB PC2133 to Kingston 32GB PC2400. (2 slots 16 GB each)

Finally, I changed my mechanical HDD, to 960 GB SSD Kingston A400.

I can tell that my system is faster than ever! It boots Windows 10 in only a few seconds, and starts session in around 30 seconds. I played American Truck Simulator, Overwatch 2 and Starcraft 2 with huge performance improvements!

The only disadvantage that I have right now is that my CPU is running between 98 degrees Celsius to 100. I may need to invest in a better cooler for my CPU. (I noticed that when using Ubuntu the temperature goes down to 50-70 degrees Celcius).

How much did I spend in the new system? Well, about the 30% (or less) of a new gaming PC. I bought my CPU and RAM in eBay, and the SSD in a local store. I spent a total of US $369.60.

Cost in US$, Shipment to my country (from US to Guatemala):

CPU 186, 30.57
RAM 65, 16.03
SSD 72, -

Any comment is appreciated, regards.

Julio

 

[Ralston18]

Current PSU: make, model, wattage, age, condition (original to build, new, refurbished, used)?

 

[jgarciab80]

Current PSU: make, model, wattage, age, condition (original to build, new, refurbished, used)?

PSU is a generic 600W. Nothing special but came with the Case. It was new when first I built my old system (so it is about 7 y/o).

 

[Ralston18]

I would be very leery of that aging PSU.

Keep all important data backed up at least 2 x to locations away from the subject system.

Verify that the backups are recoverable and readable.

Learn to use Reliabiity History/Monitor and Event Viewer to watch for increases in error codes, warnings, and even informational events.

Overall concern being that the PSU may be nearing or at its' designed in EOL and likely to start faltering and failing with the new components.

Plan ahead.....

 

[35below0]

The SSD upgrade is why your PC is so much quicker now. The difference is just amazing.

Having extra RAM is also a big deal.

The i7 CPU is probably severely limited by the motherboard. The old CPU would have probably performed just as well.

But, you're happy and it works well so all is how it should be. Enjoy the upgrade.