Need (want) to upgrade!

[gee3000]

I've got the urge -.- Specs of my current system as follows:

• CASE: Fractal Design Define R2 Black Pearl
• CPU: E8400 (3.8ghz)
• RAM: 4GB Corsair XMS2 PC6400 (2x2gb)
• GPU: PNY 8800GT 512mb
• MOBO: Abit IP35 Pro XE
• PSU: Corsair HX520W
• COOLING: Corsair H-50 for CPU with stock fan + various high end case fans
• SYSTEM HDD: WD Blue 320GB for Windows 7
• STORAGE HDD: 640GB 2.5", 1TB & 2TB 3.5"

I want to upgrade just the main components within a budget of about £400-500:

• CPU
• RAM
• GRAPHICS CARD + quieter better aftermarket cooler
• MOBO
• PSU - only if necessary
• SYSTEM HDD - considering a SSD?

Is it worth waiting or should I go for it?
ps. I'd sell the old components so should make some of that money back.

 

[Admiral Huddy]

There's nothing wrong with just upgrading your CPU and GC. You may get some bargain quad core LGA775s and you'll have plenty of cash for either a 5850 or 5870. You'd notice a signifcant performance leap on what you have without touching your mobo, HDDs or memory, which still have plenty of life in them yet

 

[Jae-So]

+1 for a quad and gfx card

 

[gee3000]

Great Anyone spec me a CPU and graphics card (+ quieter and stronger cooler) worth paying for? Within a reasonable budget (maybe £250-£300?)..