New/Upgrade Gaming PC

[BattleMoose]

Hey all, my gaming pc is getting on in years and while I expect to have to replace most of it I am hoping some parts can remain. I really haven't been keeping up to date with pc hardware at all.

I am comfortable spending about $800 USD. Particularly after value for money.

My current build. Its currently a 32bit system but that needs to change to 64bit. It has a legit win7 32 bit OS, not sure what the deal is with win10, but would be happy with using that. All other peripherals and monitors I will keep.

CPU:Intel Core i5 3570K
MOBO:ASRock Z77 PRO4-M MB
Graphics Card: Gigabyte Geforce GTX670
Ram: Geil 4GB, PC-12800 (1600MHz) DDR3
PSU: OCZ FATAL1TY 750W
Case: NZXT PHANTOM 410

I anticipate using Scorptec Computers http://www.scorptec.com.au/ to order the parts from and put it together for me.

Thank you in advance for your help!

BattleMoose

 

[Barty1884]

What is it you feel your current setup is letting you down on?

The 3570K is still a decent chip, and the GTX670 isn't too bad a card.

The 32bit OS is easily changed. Your W7 key is valid for 64bit also, you just need to reinstall the OS from a 64bit disk or ISO.

Not sure where it's failing you, but a GPU upgrade, another 4GB RAM (a new 2x4GB kit would be preferred) and maybe an SSD (although would have no bearing on gaming) should do you just fine.

 

[ohiou_grad_2006]

I agree. I'd upgrade to at least 8 gb of ram. Also go ahead and upgrade the graphics card. As far as windows, don't mess with windows 7. Just go ahead and grab a 64 bit Windows 10 iso. Clean install windows 10, I think it take your windows 7 key so you get 10 free during the upgrade. I recently saw an ad 240gb ssd for 59.99. Good time to grab one.

 

[Barty1884]

I agree. I'd upgrade to at least 8 gb of ram. Also go ahead and upgrade the graphics card. As far as windows, don't mess with windows 7. Just go ahead and grab a 64 bit Windows 10 iso. Clean install windows 10, I think it take your windows 7 key so you get 10 free during the upgrade. I recently saw an ad 240gb ssd for 59.99. Good time to grab one.

Windows 10 should take your W7 key, but I had first-hand experience last night of that not working. I had to go the old route of W7, upgrade then W10 clean.

 

[ohiou_grad_2006]

Strange. I thought they fixed the newer iso files. If you know what version of 7 you have maybe it will let you skip the key and enter after install? Another thing op, maybe grab a new cooler and overclock.

 

[BattleMoose]

Hey guys, thanks for all the advise so far! Could anyone recommend an appropriate graphics card? Also, should I try and get the same ram or just 8 gb of a new type?

Not really interested in overclocking. I didn't mention it but I actually already have a 120gb ssd harddrive.

I bought this machine back in 2012, August, I have been having some serious issues with it lately, which mostly could be fixed with a fresh OS install but I feel like its time for an upgrade.

I actually don't know which version of windows 7 I have, I am actually traveling atm and have no way of checking either until I get home.