Upgrade an Old PC or Build a New One?
Upgrade when the existing platform can support a meaningful improvement. Build new when several incompatible limitations must be replaced together.
Check parts in PCNavo →Identify the real limitation
Measure performance, temperatures, memory use and storage before buying parts.
Check platform limits
CPU socket, BIOS, PSU capacity, case clearance and memory generation determine which upgrades are realistic.
Compare complete costs
A CPU upgrade that also needs a motherboard and RAM may be close to the cost of a new platform.
CHECK YOUR EXACT BUILD
Open PC builder →Use the PCNavo compatibility checker
Choose the exact models available to you and verify the platform, memory, power and case fit before ordering.