What to update first? CPU or GPU?

[DaWheelo]

I am looking to start a gaming youtube channel, I'm going to be recording most of the newer games and CSGO, and I'm aiming for 1080p, highish settings with 40+ FPS. I'm going to be using recording software to record. My specs:

CPU : Athlon x4 860k
GPU : Radeon r7 250 2GB Boost

I'd just like to know which needs to be upgraded and to what standard. Thanks.

 

[scuzzycard]

An RX 470 would be good enough to keep you over 60fps in virtually all games at 1080P with high settings. For the CPU, I recommend a minimum of an i3 6100. I would do the GPU first for some instant gratification while you prepare to finish the job by upgrading the CPU & motherboard. You'll want to also make sure you have at least a 450W PSU.

 

[Ken_425]

Given your system there is no way to get the 1080p settings you want with a R7 250 GPU. That would necessitate a GPU upgrade first. I would go for a 3GB 1060 like this one (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125906) for $215.

If you are not overclocking that CPU, an aftermarket CPU cooler is a good investment to bump up your clock speeds.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1RWItff0eQ <-- This is a great video comparing the 3GB 1060 to it's closest competitors.