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Graphics Card or CPU: Which one to upgrade?

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April 10, 2013 5:33:20 AM

I have an Intel Xeon X3220, which is basically a Q6600, and an HD 6570 1GB.

Now I understand that upgrading to a better processor (I'm thinking of getting an i3-3220, tight budget...) would require me to change mobo's so that's a factor. On the graphics side, I'm thinking of getting an HD 7750 or 7770.. depending on how much money I have to spare when the day comes LOL.

I'm just a light and casual gamer, though I intend to go up the ladder someday. So I ask.. for now, which one should I upgrade? I can only pick one for the moment being. Any advice, hate or violent reactions are welcome. :D 

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April 10, 2013 5:37:27 AM

HD7750/70 will be a fine upgrade for your system as is.
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April 10, 2013 7:29:08 AM

Why dont u get an used mobo+CPU like i5 1st gen or 2nd gen? And in a few months u get a new GPU or used GPU like 560 ti or 6950 eitehr one better than any 77xx of current generation.
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April 10, 2013 7:35:51 AM

rolli59 said:
HD7750/70 will be a fine upgrade for your system as is.


+1 for light/casual gaming, the HD 7770 will be a better value for your money. You can find a GHz edition online for about $100-110.
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April 10, 2013 7:56:26 AM

If you intend to go up the ladder someday, it might as well be today. It'll save you money in the long run.
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April 10, 2013 8:27:35 AM

depends on what has top priority, if it's gaming then go for gpu upgrade otherwise cpu or why not an SSD-upgrade. Where do you live? I personally think you should consider 7790 or 7850; it's worth the extra $ and here are somebenchmarks: HD7770 vs HD7850, HD6670 vs 7770, 6670 vs HD7850 (the 6570 performance worse so that gain is even bigger)
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