What do I need to upgrade?

[Lucas_26]

Currently:

Processor: Intel Core i7-4770 CPU @ 3.40GHz

Ram: 8 gb

Graphics: Here's where i'm not sure.. ****Need help here***
The sticker on the side of the pc says AMD Radeon HD 8570 2 GB

But when I look at my system settings it says R7 200 series.. ( thought those were different??)

Power supply: is an "FSP 300W"?

Motherboard (is that "system model?") is Aspire TC-605

for example Battlefield 4 runs on medium |@ 60 fps i beleive.
Cs:go runs smooth
I have about 20 newish games on my pc and ive been able to tweak all of them to run smooth.

I am looking for a new video card shortly (in about 2 months) but i want to play some new games (Specifically the new DOOM) in the meantime.
But surely to upgrade my video card I while need to get a stronger PSU (right?) (nbd they arent too expensive though)

So do you think my processor is strong enough for the next like 3 years of gaming, and my motherboard?

 

[CTurbo]

psu and video card are what I would upgrade

 

[Lucas_26]

thanks, any recommendations @ ~300$ budget

 

[lakimens]

Get an EVGA G2 power supply, 550W will do and get a R9 380, that's gonna be a really big upgrade.
R9 380 is more than twice as powerful as your current GPU.
EVGA G2 is the highest quality PSU and you won't have to worry.

 

[CTurbo]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 380X 4GB WINDFORCE 2X Video Card ($200.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($53.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $254.98
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-05-13 17:27 EDT-0400

 

[Lucas_26]

thanks mate!!

 

[Lucas_26]

Would it be bad idea to get a power supply of 1000+ watts? I found a good price on EVGA G2 1150Watts. And what about waiting for the new/next gen GPU's coming in the next few motnhs?4

 

[mvee18]

The 1150 watts PSU is way overkill if you're able to run it @ 300W. I don't think that will be necessary unless you plan on scrapping everything besides the PSU and then building a monster.

 

[w41g872]

Why don't you just get a 750W Bronze PSU for 65 bucks off Amazon, and get yourself a nice gtx 970 (used) on ebay for $230, and save yourself some lunch money?

 

[Lucas_26]

a used one? I'm a bit sketched out about that. I think I'd only buy a used one off someone i know.

My case has a lot of room for a big gpu so thats not to worry. But doesn't the gpu have to be compatible with the motherboard? (maybe not someone correct me please!)

I think the AMD 380x 4gb or 390 4gb is what i will go with and save a little money.

When are the new model graphic cards coming out by the way? I heard now or in a few weeks/months is a good time to buy.

 

[Lucas_26]

Can anyone give their opinion on the quality of a PSU. Should I buy a Gold-level for the extra ~60$ish? How is gold-level that much better than bronze?
thanks guys

 

[w41g872]

a used one? I'm a bit sketched out about that. I think I'd only buy a used one off someone i know.

My case has a lot of room for a big gpu so thats not to worry. But doesn't the gpu have to be compatible with the motherboard? (maybe not someone correct me please!)

I think the AMD 380x 4gb or 390 4gb is what i will go with and save a little money.

When are the new model graphic cards coming out by the way? I heard now or in a few weeks/months is a good time to buy.

(Facepalm)
There will not be compatibility issue. The GTX1070 will be over $350 as it comes out.

 

[Lucas_26]

Lol yea i don't know too much luckily i have you guys. thanks man