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I'm currently doing research on NewEgg to buy a new GPU for my older Z170-A MB, and I keep seeing "Refurbished" as an option for considerably less money. I've only bought new in the (distant) past, and was curious to get feedback on the refurbished option. As always, any and all (relevant)...

Agreed. So much so that parts are inbound. Now I just need to pick out a comparable GPU, and eventually a newer monitor to match. Oh, and I want to upgrade the power supply at some point too.

More great info, thx! I have the case (just need to check compat.) and USB (was considering upgrading to wireless). I also have grease somewhere, but it may not be any good 15+ years later, and new won't break the bank. And you can't go wrong with more power and a better monitor.

Good info, thx! It says local pick-up, or ship on my dime. Not sure what shipping would be. Large USPS flat rate maybe.

Both good options, thx! I didn't see anything about buying from fs/t, only 100 to post, so I'm not sure if it applies. I'm still looking.

To be honest, I don't really have one. I originally thought I could just upgrade the old system, which would be no big deal money wise. I mentioned above that I could drop $1k on a system, but I just don't see the need since I won't be using it that often, one or two weekends a month "maybe"...

Thx! Lots to think about, and research (I saw the 3060 for $380 on TD). And yes, I noticed the ridiculously expensive monitors. I stopped looking after seeing a 27" LED monitor I was interested in, I just didn't pull the trigger. When it comes to buying, my mantra is, "There'll always be another...

haha - no, she wishes - lol. i switched careers and have been focused on that until I got established and anchored - finally. only had time to play the old games (FarCry 1 is still my favorite) once in a while since everything was just sitting there ready to go. i just like to load them up and...

Ah yes, the paranoid, conspiracy theorists can't even resist this type of group. Sad. Edit: for the record, I didn't ask if my 15+ year old machine would run todays games. I clearly wrote, "... older FPS games", along with newer (Battlefield, COD, and Sniper), which have run just fine on the...

Thanks! And yes, I get it, but I was hopeful. I did some research for used parts, but as I'm sure you know, you don't know what you're getting.

I didn't really want to, but I get it. And yes, I'll take any advice / suggestions - without breaking the bank.

After being out of the PC world for a few years, I'm getting back into gaming. I'm only going to use it occasionally as I'm not a hardcore gamer. I still like the older FPS games, but also go for some of the newer ones (Battlefield, COD, Sniper, etc.). Should I just buy a new one, or is it...