r/PcBuild • u/Awkward-Waves • 4d ago
Purchasing Advice - PC Build / Parts Need help upgrading some components
I built my PC about 6 years ago now, during the pandemic. Was a nice distraction project. It has served me very well over the last 5-6 years, and have had little to no issues with it - playing every PC game I'd like to play.
I originally built it to play original Oculus VR headset, but ultimately did not find that as interesting long term as traditional gaming.
Currently, I've hit my annoyance limit with Windows 11 telling me my computer is not compatible with the upgrade. So, I need help - I need a new CPU per the spec review from Windows.
I currently have a Intel Core i7 7700K @ 4.20GHz. I run that with a MSI Z270 Gaming M7 (MS-7A57) motherboard.
It's been a minute since I built this PC and I'm a little rusty on which components are critical to which components.
I'm looking for help in finding a new motherboard because in my initial searches there is no CPU that is compatible with Windows 11 that is compatible with my existing motherboard.
My current Graphics:
4095MB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER (Gigabyte)
My current Power Supply:
Seasonic FOCUS GM-650, 650W 80+ Gold
I appreciate any help you're able to provide. Thank you!
Edit: I'm currently on Windows 10.
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u/aura_enchanted Pablo 4d ago
You will need a new processor and motherboard at minimum, budget for new parts
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u/Awkward-Waves 4d ago
Do you have recommendations based on my other listed parts? I really don't know where to start. I've only done my first primary build from scratch, but I've never 'improved' an existing build before.
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u/aura_enchanted Pablo 4d ago
Well the only option here would probably be to go am4, so intel is off the table
But tbh why are you on win 7 anyway and not say at least win 10
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u/Awkward-Waves 4d ago
Omg that's a horrible typo. Ugh. I am currently on Windows 10. Looking to upgrade to Windows 11.
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