[SOLVED] What should I add to my new/first PC build next?

[Vinny95]

So, everything is running smoothly on my first build which I built on a budget. I've got some extra $$ that I want to put into it and just need some advice/ideas on what would be the best part to upgrade first. Should I go for the 3600X CPU and/or a better GPU? Maybe more ram (getting more ram is a when not an if for me - I'll be getting up to 32GB at some point)?

Here is the spec: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/vinnym/builds/

• MSI B450 Tomahawk Max MOBO
• Ryzen 5 2600 3.4GHz 6 Core CPU
• MSI Twin Frozr GeForce GTX 1650 4 GB
• G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16 GB DDR4-3200
• Cooler Master ML240R RGB
• Crucial MX500 2.5" SSD
• Corsair CV 650 W 80+ Bronze

Let me know what you think should be next! Thanks in advance

 

[LordVile]

So, everything is running smoothly on my first build which I built on a budget. I've got some extra $$ that I want to put into it and just need some advice/ideas on what would be the best part to upgrade first. Should I go for the 3600X CPU and/or a better GPU? Maybe more ram (getting more ram is a when not an if for me - I'll be getting up to 32GB at some point)?

Here is the spec: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/vinnym/builds/

• MSI B450 Tomahawk Max MOBO
• Ryzen 5 2600 3.4GHz 6 Core CPU
• MSI Twin Frozr GeForce GTX 1650 4 GB
• G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16 GB DDR4-3200
• Cooler Master ML240R RGB
• Crucial MX500 2.5" SSD
• Corsair CV 650 W 80+ Bronze

Let me know what you think should be next! Thanks in advance

CPU upgrade won’t net you much. What’s the upgrade budget and what’s it used for?

 

[Vinny95]

Depends what it part it’s for really, I’d say $150-225 USD though

 

[Vinny95]

So, everything is running smoothly on my first build which I built on a budget. I've got some extra $$ that I want to put into it and just need some advice/ideas on what would be the best part to upgrade first. Should I go for the 3600X CPU and/or a better GPU? Maybe more ram (getting more ram is a when not an if for me - I'll be getting up to 32GB at some point)?

Here is the spec: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/vinnym/builds/

• MSI B450 Tomahawk Max MOBO
• Ryzen 5 2600 3.4GHz 6 Core CPU
• MSI Twin Frozr GeForce GTX 1650 4 GB
• G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16 GB DDR4-3200
• Cooler Master ML240R RGB
• Crucial MX500 2.5" SSD
• Corsair CV 650 W 80+ Bronze

Let me know what you think should be next! Thanks in advance

 

[rgd1101]

can't really upgrade cpu or gpu with that budget.

 

[Vinny95]

can't really upgrade cpu or gpu with that budget.

In your opinion what cpu/gpu would be a good upgrade?

 

[Karadjgne]

What are you looking at? I'm a huge fan of dual monitors, if you have extra cash maybe upgrade the main monitor to a 1080/144Hz and keep the original on the side. Dual is far easier for gaming when you need to follow directions, keep discord open, watch YouTube or look at maps.

 

[Vinny95]

What are you looking at? I'm a huge fan of dual monitors, if you have extra cash maybe upgrade the main monitor to a 1080/144Hz and keep the original on the side. Dual is far easier for gaming when you need to follow directions, keep discord open, watch YouTube or look at maps.

Not a bad idea, I'll keep it in mind

 

[Karadjgne]

Hah, once you start using dual monitors regularly, there'll only be 2 things that'll float through your head. ' What took me so long? ' and 'I'm never using single monitors again!' And that's just gaming. For production stuff, editing, CC or even Office use, its simply far easier. Real-estate is Boss. The only way I'll ever do single again is one of those Super Ultra-Wides that's literally 2 monitors side by side without the divide. When I strike it rich...