What parts should I replace on my Gaming PC?

Question

I don't have alot to bulid a new gaming PC. so i thought i should change my specs.

my spec

Processor: Inter(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40 GHz
RAM: 4.00 GB (3.00 GB available)
System Type: 32-bit Operating System, x64-based processor
Graphic Card: NVIDA GeForce GTX 285
500GB Hard Drive

looking for suggestions on what i should change. I need a good Gaming PC that can run game on Medium and High Graphic Settings. I can somehow run Far Cry 3 on High.

I only have $500 hundred to spare. I buy other parts later if needed.

Answer 1

you have a good graphic card, change your processor to atleast i5 2500k (if you are looking for only gaming)

Answer 2

Your CPU and Graphics card could both use an upgrade. Don't know what your motherboard will support for the CPU, but either go as high as you can with that if you can get up to a 3.0 Ghz and its not too pricey, or just upgrade the graphics card to the best your power supply can handle for now and save up to build a new PC later.

Answer 3

Your processor should be fine, i have the same one and its been working wonders for years. I just upgraded to an EVGA Gtx680, which is an amazing card that should fit in your price range (i got mine at newegg.com for about $470). If you do opt for this card, make sure your power supply can handle it (500w output with two 6-pin PCI power connectors). If not, you can pick up and adequate power supply for about $60-100.