I've been thinking about getting back into PC gaming and I'm wondering if my old Dell is upgradeable to play new games with decent settings, or if the components are just too old and not worth the upgrade.
Dell Vostro 420
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.40GHz
DDR2 SDRAM 3GB
ATI HD Radeon 3450
21" monitor, 1600x900
I think the PSU is 350W
Windows XP (if it matters)
I know the GPU would be the first thing to address, but I'm worried that any decent card will require a new PSU. If I upgrade those, will my CPU or system RAM then slow me down?
I'm not looking to play Shooters with max settings, but I do want something that could make the new games look nice. I've been playing 360 for the past few years, so as long as it is a big improvement from that, then I'll be happy.
I'm trying to stay under $300, preferably closer to $200.
Dell Vostro 420
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.40GHz
DDR2 SDRAM 3GB
ATI HD Radeon 3450
21" monitor, 1600x900
I think the PSU is 350W
Windows XP (if it matters)
I know the GPU would be the first thing to address, but I'm worried that any decent card will require a new PSU. If I upgrade those, will my CPU or system RAM then slow me down?
I'm not looking to play Shooters with max settings, but I do want something that could make the new games look nice. I've been playing 360 for the past few years, so as long as it is a big improvement from that, then I'll be happy.
I'm trying to stay under $300, preferably closer to $200.