If I got a new GPU and a new PSU, Would I need to get a new CPU?

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The GPU I'm thinking of getting is a GTX 780 3GB and I'm not exactly sure of which PSU I will get, but I'm looking at this: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817438005&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-Power%20Supplies-_-EVGA-_-17438005&cm_sp=&AID=10440897&PID=3938566&SID=
I might end up upgrading the thing anyway, I have an i3, and it's not exactly good for gaming.
 
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I recommend you look at the Intel i5-3350P. It would be a marked upgrade from your current CPU, and is one of the best in its price range.

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You would definitely not need to, but you might want to. Even though you would be able to play a lot games without a problem using the i3, you won't be able to take full advantage of your fancy new GPU in all applications. If you can, get an i5. What's your current motherboard?

I hope that helps!

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Thanks a lot! The motherboard is still the same one I bought it with I believe, It is a IPISB-CU (Carmel2), the Manufacturer is Pegatron.
 
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I recommend you look at the Intel i5-3350P. It would be a marked upgrade from your current CPU, and is one of the best in its price range.

 
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Alright, I'll check it out, Thanks for the help man!
 
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