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Need help figuring out a couple things for a potential computer

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Need help figuring out a couple things for a potential computer upgrade
>Not very computer-savvy, haven't replace any parts in my computer, had a friend help me with it and will have that friend help me put new parts in it
>Here's what I could find for specs:
Windows 7 64-bit
Nvidia geforce gt 610
Amd fx 4300 quad- core processor (4 CPUs ~3.8 GHz)
10 GB RAM installed memory
>I'm looking to make some upgrades that aren't tooo pricey but will bump up performance
>For games I mostly play things like WoW, LoL, Morrowind, Fallout New Vegas, stuff like that with lower/fair graphics with okay/decent fps
>Again, not super familiar with hardware and this is my first time using this board, so apologies in advance.
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>>59722892
GTX 1050
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>>59722908
That overkill for just vidya
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>>59722933
I don't want the newfag to get ripped off
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New GPU(graphics card) is gonna be the first thing, GT 610 is shit. If you can get a used GTX 660, 660 Ti, 750 Ti, 760, or 960 on eBay from a reputable for cheap, you could get a huge boost for $50-75(I don't know the current going rate). Get one with one or two big fans, not one little one. If not, spending $100-$150 on a new GTX 1050 or 1050 Ti is probably the way to go, both for cost effectiveness, warranty, and just overall power. More memory more better, and same for fans. Smaller fans will be louder because they have to spin hella fast to move the same amount of air. A GTX 1050/1050 Ti will be overkill, and probably way more powerful than you can fully utilize, but if you plan on upgrading your CPU on the next couple of years, it'll work great, you can just use the GPU in the new build.

This is all for if you want to stick with Nvidia. AMD is pretty much the king of budget, but I just don't know anything about their lineup, so hopefully another anon can swing by and suggest their models, and let you know if they'd be better than what I said.
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>>59723283
This is pretty sound advice.
As for prices, most of it will be a gift coming from my oldest sister who kinda likes to spoil, but I'm not an abuser. So my price budget isn't that low, but I don't want it to be asking for too much straight up. Either way, this will be me compiling a parts list, having her get maybe 1 expensive item and me whatever else.
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>>59723283
We have no clue what his PSU is, I wouldn't go recommending a 660/660 Ti/760/960

>>59723642
Get an SSD first off, they're fuckin amazing. 850 Evo is a good 250gb drive.

For GPU, RX 460 / GTX 1050
Check your PSU if it has a six pin you're probably safe. If it doesn't then check the wattage, it'll be on a label on the side, if it's under 300 then you'll need a new one. Make sure if it doesn't have a six pin that the GPU you buy also doesn't have one.
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>>59724731
Tech-impaired OP here
Snapped a pic of the side of the psu, don't think it's a 6 pin
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