Im not sure exactly how old, but I was considering an alternative to building an entirely new computer, and I thought I might just upgrade this one.
Im hoping to use this as a gaming PC, but not an over the top one, just one that can handle and run most games smoothly, even if I have to turn down the video quality a bit in game.
Im not the biggest computer expert, but from what I know, Im running on a
K8M-800M Motherboard, AMD Sempron 3300+ Processor, 768 MB Memory, VIA/S3 Unichrome Pro VGA Adaptor, and 80 GB HDD.
First off, I obviously have to upgrade my Ram to ~2GB or so, and second, I know I'm in a desperate need for an upgraded video card. I thought at first that the computer was only compatible with an AGP Video card, but on the program Im using, its showing that I have a PCI Bus available. If possible, I would really like to upgrade to a PCI Video card since Im having trouble finding a good AGP Card for the price. Finally, I was wondering if my processor was good enough to leave it as it is, or if I will have to upgrade it. This is the area where Im having the most trouble understanding what processors are compatible with my motherboard, or if all processors are compatible with all motherboards.
Im looking to spend $150-200 if possible - Thanks in advance for the help!
Im hoping to use this as a gaming PC, but not an over the top one, just one that can handle and run most games smoothly, even if I have to turn down the video quality a bit in game.
Im not the biggest computer expert, but from what I know, Im running on a
K8M-800M Motherboard, AMD Sempron 3300+ Processor, 768 MB Memory, VIA/S3 Unichrome Pro VGA Adaptor, and 80 GB HDD.
First off, I obviously have to upgrade my Ram to ~2GB or so, and second, I know I'm in a desperate need for an upgraded video card. I thought at first that the computer was only compatible with an AGP Video card, but on the program Im using, its showing that I have a PCI Bus available. If possible, I would really like to upgrade to a PCI Video card since Im having trouble finding a good AGP Card for the price. Finally, I was wondering if my processor was good enough to leave it as it is, or if I will have to upgrade it. This is the area where Im having the most trouble understanding what processors are compatible with my motherboard, or if all processors are compatible with all motherboards.
Im looking to spend $150-200 if possible - Thanks in advance for the help!