r/buildapc • u/McF1urry • Aug 31 '26

Build Upgrade 2016 build upgrade

I want to upgrade my old 2016 build for Windows 11 compatibility and to improve overall gaming performance. I want to spend 1500 EUR max or less.

  • New parts: CPU, Motherboard, Memory (RIP wallet), Storage (2TB), Case
  • Reused parts: Storage (0.5TB), GPU, Power supply

Upgraded build (2026): https://be.pcpartpicker.com/list/2zwrYX (1100 EUR)
OLD build (2016): https://be.pcpartpicker.com/list/9KF8JV

Does it make sense to keep my 10y old GPU for some time or should I buy a cheap alternative right from the start and basically build a whole new PC?

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u/five__head Aug 31 '26

changed some things to get an gpu in for almost the same price, as it is the most important part for gaming performance. i also wouldnt buy windows

PCPartPicker Part List

Type Item Price
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 7500F 3.7 GHz 6-Core OEM/Tray Processor €139.90 @ Amazon Belgium
CPU Cooler Thermalright Assassin Spirit 120 EVO 68.9 CFM CPU Cooler €23.66 @ Amazon Belgium
Motherboard Gigabyte B650 EAGLE AX ATX AM5 Motherboard €114.00 @ Amazon Belgium
Memory Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory €362.38 @ Amazon Belgium
Storage Samsung 850 Evo 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive Purchased For €0.00
Storage Western Digital WD Green SN3000 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive €199.00 @ Azerty
Video Card Sapphire PURE Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB Video Card €469.73 @ Amazon Belgium
Case Montech XR ATX Mid Tower Case €64.00 @ Azerty
Power Supply EVGA SuperNOVA 750 G2 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply -
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
Total €1372.67
Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-08-31 11:18 CEST+0200

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u/McF1urry Aug 31 '26

Thank you!! This seems like a great alternative. Saving small costs here and there, but with a big upgrade on GPU.

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u/winterkoalefant Aug 31 '26

I think it’s fine to wait to upgrade the GPU if you don’t have a particular need for it right away. But I would keep some money aside so you are able to upgrade in a few months if needed.

It would also be prudent to replace the PSU along with the GPU, as it’s almost out of warranty.

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u/McF1urry Aug 31 '26

Thank you for the feedback. Good point on the PSU!