Trying to improve gaming performance on my sons computer.
I am also helping my sister in law purchase a gaming computer for her son.
My line of thought is two fold.
First: when it comes to computers or phones or whatever. Without working knowledge. We pay for a lot of crap we don't need, or use. And we (I) often overlook the items that make a real difference.
Second: The extreme high end. Or even outside my budget where cash becomes painful. Is futile in electronics because most things will be either outdated or under-perform when compared to newer releases within two to three years. As far as I can tell. A computer is one of the worst "investments" a person makes. Right behind purchasing a new car.
My (possibly flawed) understanding of compromise and balance in regard to gaming computers. In order of their priority in regard to gaming.
Monitor
Graphics card
Ram
Processor
It is also my understanding that any result with be limited to the capabilities of the least performing component?
?? I think a better graphics card would do the trick for me. But I'm not sure. And I dont want to spend money on something that is not fully utilized. That's why am asking you all for your help.
Once that question (priority) is answered I will share the specs of both the current computer and monitor.
My goal for my boys upgrade is, to not overpurchase and achieve the best balance for GAMING within my budget. Like to keep the budget range between $250 and $350.
My goal to help my sister in law. To find an already balanced complete GAMING system (turn key) below $700
Both are desktops
Thanks in advance for your help an patience.
I will follow this by posting my existing specs.
