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X51 R1 Graphics Card Upgrades
Read through lots of post here are about options for the X51, but haven't seen anyone mentioned the R270 as replacement for the 555. The R270 has 150 TDP so should be ok (http://hexus.net/tech/reviews/graphics/62321-sapphire-amd-radeon-r9-270-graphics-card/?page=2). The card also looks like it runs pretty cool. Anyone had a go? Any catches anyone can think of before I give it a go? Using the 330 power supply. Did see this post (http://en.community.dell.com/owners-club/alienware/f/3746/t/19579742.aspx) but it does relate to the R2. I have the i7 R1 so believe I might be over the 330W.
t0k3nNZ
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May 5th, 2014 04:00
Alienware-Naomi
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April 29th, 2014 09:00
Hi!
The AMD Radeon R9 270 is fully compatible with the X51 R1 as long as you have the 330W power supply. The replacement should be rather simple, you can check the disassembly video here.
Just in case, here are the other validated video cards for the X51 R1:
Hope this information helps!
t0k3nNZ
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April 30th, 2014 00:00
Alienware-Naomi
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April 30th, 2014 09:00
These video cards are not for sale through the website. I recommend you check with the Sales department on the phone instead.
t0k3nNZ
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May 1st, 2014 00:00
Alienware-Naomi
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May 1st, 2014 12:00
Any of the models I posted above are compatible with the X51 R1. The brands are NVIDIA or AMD.
To help you choose, you can compare video cards through this website.
deafwolf
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May 8th, 2014 22:00
t0k3nNZ
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May 9th, 2014 01:00
deafwolf
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May 9th, 2014 22:00
Falconxx
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May 30th, 2014 12:00
AndreDP
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September 3rd, 2014 05:00
Hi!
does the Geforce GTX 660 Ti fits without having any problems? Of course together with the 330W PSU.
gareth10111
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January 7th, 2015 10:00
Hi, could u help me pls? I wanna ask for the radeon r9 270 2gb to work on the x51 r1, which versions are allowed? Im confused because i saw loads of different versions on the internet with those including an "x" at the end of 270, those that hv overclock and boost and even just the normal r9 270 2gb there are those running on different mhrz. Which one(s) should or can i get? Would really appreciate your help.
t0k3nNZ
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January 7th, 2015 12:00
Hi,
The 'x' refers to running at a faster clock speed/ overclocked, so usually has a higher TDP. You want to be we in the 150's like the GTX555 was. The 270 model I put in is still running fine after months.
If you want a bit more performance for the same power usually(+ a bit more cost) look at the new GTX 970. This is going to be my next upgrade. Much better performance but in the same power usage range.
t0k3nNZ
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January 7th, 2015 12:00
GTX750 TI give around the same performance as the GTX555, not really a notable upgrade. Will work fine. Might even be a bit quieter.
gareth10111
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January 8th, 2015 00:00
no thanks i think im sticking with the sapphire dual-x r9 270x. Anyways the official website says, regarding the gpu:
does the x51 r1 fulfill this requirement? Thankss