Looking to Upgrade Off X58 Platform

[Jacob_121]

Hello!

I am considering upgrading my X58 MOBO and CPU to a more modern setup... I do play games frequently - but I am trying to keep within a modest budget. I'd like to spend around 300-400 for the upgrades. Here is what I currently have:


https://valid.x86.fr/a8b7zu

I am likely going to upgrade my GPU to a 1660 ti, but after I get the new MOBO and CPU.

Does it make sense to even upgrade the MOBO and CPU? I feel like they are quite old at this point.

Anyway, Sorry if I am being a noobie and not following some forum rules. I would appreciate any advice and.

 

[USAFRet]

"upgrading my GPU to a 1660ti... so maybe a mobo and cpu that will accommodate that GPU "

That's not just an "upgrade", but rather a whole new PC.

Start here:

*How to Ask for New Build or Upgrade Advice*

How to Ask for New Build or Upgrade Advice First off, respect where respect is due - this is an adaptation of the Animal's *How To Ask For New Build Advice* Sticky. I created this because there's a lot of posts nowadays asking for upgrade advice both on here and on the CPU forums, and I feel...

forums.tomshardware.com

And post in the Systems Forum.

 

[NightHawkRMX]

May want to state what parts you have currently in the new post (case drives PSU etc)

 

[Jacob_121]

Sorry ! Thanks for the advice

 

[NightHawkRMX]

I think the thread got merged lol.

Does it make sense to even upgrade the MOBO and CPU? I feel like they are quite old at this point.

Definitely. While you may have and upgrade path with xeons, they are all still very dated/.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor | $194.79 @ OutletPC
CPU Cooler | Deepcool GAMMAXX 400 74.34 CFM CPU Cooler | $20.89 @ OutletPC
Motherboard | MSI B450M GAMING PLUS Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard | $84.99 @ Walmart
Memory | G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory | $69.99 @ Newegg
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $380.66
| Mail-in rebates | -$10.00
| Total | $370.66
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-09-08 19:56 EDT-0400 |
CPU trades blows with the I7 8700k (which costs double).
You can omit the cooler if you want as the Ryzen 5 3600 comes with one, but the Gammaxx400 will be better.

Motherboard should be compatable out of the box at this point, but if it isn't you will have to update the bios with a USB stick and the press of a button.

 

[Jacob_121]

I use a Noctua Cooler right now.

Would it make sense to get an ATX board as opposed to micro ATX. I would like to use my same case - which is a Cooler Master HAF 922

 

[doolittle]

Tough call without knowing what exactly what case and PSU you currently have - but if you are going to re-task the old i7-930 / 12gb system it may be more convenient to use the existing budget to build anew:

PCPartPicker Part List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/GhmRNQ

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor ($129.20 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock B450M PRO4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($44.79 @ OutletPC)
Case: Aerocool Mechatron-Black Steel Edition ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12III 650 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($60.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $419.95
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-09-08 20:19 EDT-0400

This way you just pull out your GPU and the 940 SSD and drop it in here, will be decent for a gaming rig. The old 930, use the other SSD for the OS then get another cheap GPU to get it going. Did something very similar for a neighbor and uses the old i7 for music production (FL studio) and he's very happy with the 2600. Prices are a bit cheaper now the 3600s are out.

 

[NightHawkRMX]

I use a Noctua Cooler right now.

Does it have AM4 mounting hardware?

Would it make sense to get an ATX board as opposed to micro ATX. I would like to use my same case - which is a Cooler Master HAF 922

It may. Usually with standoffs moved any ATX case can accept Matx motherboards, but if you are willing to bay $105 for a motherboard it may make sense to pick up the ATX version of the motherboard in the build above.
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/3YhKHx/msi-b450-gaming-plus-atx-am4-motherboard-b450-gaming-plus

 

[Jacob_121]

Sorry - i thought I posted the PSU.

Its an EVGA 750 G2

 

[NightHawkRMX]

Psu and case can be reused then.

Likely your cooler may not be able to be reused unless you have or purchase the required hardware.