Upgrading graphics card and RAM

[Cborrero]

Hello all,

I am wanting to upgrade my computer to be more relevant in playing modern pc games. Which graphics card and ram is compatible with the computer I currently own and can you provide me with a few recommended products? I am not a hardcore gamer and do not require top of the line products, but something that will allow me to enjoy some gaming. 

Thank you for your help!

[Riddle_Decipher]

@Cborrero I see that you've got One PCIe x16 slot and the same could be utilized with a suitable graphics card, just check the specifications of your favorite game and depending on that, upgrade the graphics card, although, most graphics cards these days need a powerful PSU (power supply unit) as well, hence you may need to upgrade them both, if you need to play high performance games.

Perhaps, you can tell me what game you've got in mind and I can help you accordingly.

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[Cborrero]

@Riddle_Decipher Thank you for the timely response! The game(s) I have in mind are typically CRPG/RPG games - upcoming games being The OuterWorlds, GreedFall, Balders Gate 3, that are currently on my radar. I understand if I cant play at full ultra settings due to the nature of the computer I own, but is it possible to upgrade to where gaming is enjoyable? I'm not too keen on brands, power, etc when it comes to graphics card and PSU. Anything budget friendly that improves performance? 

[Riddle_Decipher · Accepted solution]

@Cborrero That's quite an arsenal you've got on mind, those are mostly high performance games and you may be able to lower the resolution of the games to the lowest settings and play on Radeon™ RX 460 that requires a 400W PSU, that said, here's the list of your favorite games and their requirements:

• baldur's gate 3 - radeon r9 280x - 550 Watt PSU
• greedfall - Radeon R7 360 2GB - 500 Watt PSU
• outer worlds - amd radeon r9 290x - 550 - 600 Watt PSU

You can think about it and go to any local store to get one of these PSU's, happy gaming!

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[Cborrero]

Regarding the PSU, does it have to be HP brand or am I able to settle for a particular PSU? Also when upgrading, what is the first thing that should be purchased? GPU, PSU, or RAM?