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Beginner PC upgrade guides

PC gaming, explained normally.

No wall of jargon. Start with the problem you are trying to solve, understand which part matters, and check compatibility before spending money.

Upgrade order

What should I upgrade first?

A practical way to choose between your GPU, CPU, RAM, storage and a complete platform upgrade.

Performance

CPU or GPU: which comes first?

Use resolution, graphics settings, frame rate and usage to identify the part most likely limiting your games.

Memory

How much RAM do you need?

When 16GB can still be enough, when 32GB makes sense, and why compatibility matters.

Troubleshooting

Fix low FPS and stuttering

Separate internet lag from low frame rate, try the free fixes first, and only then consider hardware.

Gaming monitors

144Hz vs 240Hz vs 360Hz

Understand refresh rate, frame time and when paying for a faster display is actually useful.

GPU compatibility

Can I upgrade my graphics card?

Check the slot, power supply, connectors and case clearance before buying a GPU.

CPU compatibility

Will this CPU work in my motherboard?

Understand sockets, support lists, BIOS versions, memory and cooler mounting.

Power supply

Do I need a new PSU for my GPU?

Wattage is only one part of a safe graphics-card power check.

Performance

What is a PC bottleneck?

Learn why every PC has a current limit and why one fixed percentage cannot describe it.

Resolution

1080p vs 1440p gaming

Choose around screen size, target FPS, visual clarity and the GPU you already own.

Storage

SSD vs HDD for gaming

See what an SSD really improves and how to check SATA or NVMe compatibility.

RAM compatibility

Can DDR4 and DDR5 work together?

Why memory generations cannot be mixed, and what else to check before buying RAM.

Compatibility checklist

Will these PC parts work together?

A simple pre-purchase checklist for CPU, motherboard, RAM, GPU, PSU, storage, cooler and case.

Prebuilt PCs

Can I upgrade a prebuilt PC?

Check OEM power connectors, motherboard support, case space, RAM and the exact desktop model.