Hi, this is my first ever post and i need some expert opinion as to whether this upgrade is worthwhile. I don't want to spend a fortune but future proof my current system for another 2 years, specifically used for Gaming, FPS and Flight Sims. Current specs as follows - GAP35-S3 Rev 1 MB , E6750 CPU, 2GB DDR800 Ram, Ge Force 8800 GTS 640Mb, Thermaltake Toughpower 600W PSU, AOC 22" Monitor 1680 x 1050. Win XP home as OS.
Proposed upgrade - E8400 CPU which I believe my current MB will support but maybe Bios Upgrade required?
Ge Force GTX 275 896Mb or ATI 4890 1Gb & extra 2GB RAM
All up this will cost me approx NZD$800 but if this future proofs me for another 2 years for gaming I will be happy. Oh and not interested in overclocking, everything will run at stock. My biggest worry is the CPU will bottleneck with these cards but I don't want the hassle of overclocking.
Regards
Proposed upgrade - E8400 CPU which I believe my current MB will support but maybe Bios Upgrade required?
Ge Force GTX 275 896Mb or ATI 4890 1Gb & extra 2GB RAM
All up this will cost me approx NZD$800 but if this future proofs me for another 2 years for gaming I will be happy. Oh and not interested in overclocking, everything will run at stock. My biggest worry is the CPU will bottleneck with these cards but I don't want the hassle of overclocking.
Regards