Upgrading pc parts. Help me chose which ones please

Daiterian

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Hey guys. I'm new around here and I'd love some suggestions to upgrade my pc I'm looking to spend around $400 dollars.

My PC:

-Intel i5 2500k 3,3ghz
-Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3
-ZOTAC GTX 560 Ti
-8gb ram (not sure model though)
-500GB Seagate hdd
-Thermaltake TR2-600w
-Thermaltake V4 black edition

Bear in mind that all these components are 3,5 years old.
Thanks in advance!
 
Your I5-2500K is still a very competent gaming cpu.
If you have not overclocked it, you can extend the life by buying a modest cpu cooler and doing a conservative overclock.
CM hyper212 and cryorig are popular, but I suggest looking for a scythe Kotetsu all are about $35.
http://www.anandtech.com/show/10543/the-skylake-core-i3-51w-cpu-review-i3-6320-6300-6100-tested

For games, your GTX560ti is the weak link.
Look to a GTX1060 about $200.

One of the most satisfying performance upgrades you can make is to convert to a ssd for windows.
Buy a Samsung EVO 500gb ssd for about $130.
Use the free Samsung ssd migration aid to move your "C" drive to the new ssd.
Repurpose your hard drive for bulk storage and backups.


 

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Lots of people recommended me the SSD, might give it a try. I'll try overclocking the CPU I guess and buying a new GPU as well. Thanks!