GPU upgrade ideas?

So, I've got this old PC that I'm hoping to keep running for a bit longer.
Processor: i5 2500K
Motherboard: ASUS P8H61-M LX2
RAM: 16GB DDR3
Graphics Card: GeForce GTX 750

Is it actually doable to upgrade the graphics card on this setup?
I was tossing around the idea of grabbing a GTX 1660 Super or maybe an RTX 2060, though I have this nagging feeling that the latter might just be too much for this specific configuration to handle?

First off, what kind of power supply are you running? Also, what’s your monitor resolution and refresh rate?

Someone dropped a link the other day—this looks like a killer deal.

P.S. What games are we talking about?

Some newer titles might struggle with that CPU, but for most stuff, an RTX 2060 isn't going to be too much for it to handle.

wiredotter14 said:Could you start by letting me know which power supply you're running? Also, I was wondering what kind of resolution and refresh rate you typically use when you're gaming?

I think someone dropped a link here a few days ago, and honestly, looking back at it, isn't that just an incredible deal?

I was just browsing through some hardware news and stumbled upon this Zotac Gaming listing, which really got me thinking about how much the landscape of entry-level GPUs has shifted lately. Does anyone else feel like we’re entering a bit of a strange era where the gap between budget builds and high-end rigs is becoming harder to navigate? Looking at these specs, you have to wonder if the mid-range market is actually serving the average gamer anymore, or if we're all just being pushed toward increasingly expensive components. It seems like every time I turn around, there's a new recommendation for an RTX 2060 or maybe even stepping up to a GTX 1660 if you're on a tighter budget, but does that truly satisfy someone looking for longevity? It makes me curious to hear what everyone else thinks about the current value proposition of these cards—are we getting our money's worth, or are we just chasing diminishing returns?

P.S. And just out of curiosity, what kind of games are we talking about?

Some of the newer titles might struggle a bit when paired with that specific processor, but honestly, for the vast majority of games out there, an RTX 2060 shouldn't feel too overpowered for what that CPU can handle, don't you think?

It’s finally over, isn't it? There’s just nothing left to say. 🙄

wanderingbison9 said:No more 🙄

It costs a bit more, but honestly, I still think it’s the best way to go.

The site says the sale ends tomorrow.

https://www.bestbuy.com/gigabyte-g...=rtx%202060%20

wiredotter14 said:It costs a bit more, but honestly, I still think it’s our best bet overall.

The guy is saying the sale runs through tomorrow.

https://www.bestbuy.com/gigabyte-g...=rtx%202060%20

Look, a difference of 100 bucks $67 doesn't even move the needle here.

Dennis Patel7 said:Man, that 100-$67 doesn't matter at all.

In that case, grab it while you can. It's your best bet.
It’s a solid pairing with that CPU and will definitely give you some extra breathing room.

Keep in mind that newer cards in a similar or slightly higher tier—like an RTX3050, RX6600, or RX6500—usually ship with a PCIe x8 or even a PCIe x4 connection instead of the full x16.

Since your processor only supports PCIe 2.0, it really needs those full x16 lanes to handle the GPU properly. If you use one of those newer cards, you'll be stuck running on PCIe 2.0 x8, which performs about as well as PCIe 3.0 x4.
The RTX2060 has the full x16 lanes, so it’ll run just fine on PCIe 2.0 x16. That makes it a smart move.

Bottom line: if the RTX2060 and similar older cards sell out, you're going to be seriously bottlenecked if you try to buy something new.
Buying used is a different story; you'll have plenty of options there.