upgrading an upgraded Compaq SR1630NX

[Scandicci]

I have an upgraded SR1630NX. I use the computer for home computing and for my vice: the Battlefield2 modification called Project Reality, some of you may have heard of it.

Everything in the computer is stock except:

1. upgraded to 2.5 mb of RAM
2. upgraded to Corsair 550W power supply
3. upgraded GPU to Geforce 8800 GT 512mb

I achieve playable fps (25-35) on most maps at medium settings but with the old single core cpu I cannot run any additional applications while gaming (such as Mumble or Fraps).

I thought of upgrading the cpu to the Athlon 64 x2 4200. I found one online for $65.

Any advice?

A new computer is in the works but may be as much as a year off.

Thanks!

[Cossack]

There is no real point upgrading old system. Better save money on new build. The money spent and additional FPS you gain ratio no go.

[Q2M100]

This video should be extremely useful for you.

The key point: "Spend the money now so you don't end up spending a lot more over time on little upgrades."

Futureproofing Your PC - Dispelling Some of the Myths NCIX Tech Tips - YouTube