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New GPU compatible with CPU?
OKay so i want a new graphics card but im not sure if it will be compatible with my Processor.
My processor: AMD Athlon II X2 250 Processor (2 CPUs) 3.0 GHz
I also need a new PSU and Im not sure if its compatible also:
this is the graphics card i want:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=14-150-560&SortField=3&SummaryTypePost=0&Pagesize=10&PurchaseMark=&SelectedRating=-1&VideoOnlyMark=False&VendorMark=&IsFeedbackTab=true&Page=2#scrollFullInfo
Kelbear1
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June 26th, 2012 08:00
Everything should work. It is just that your CPU is on the low-end and the power supply would be considered cheap. Personally, I do not like buying cheap power supplies if upgrading the video card for gaming purposes.
Review from Newegg:
Pros: Cheapest semi-modular power supply at this wattage.
Cons: Couldn't provide enough power for a single Radeon 6770.
Other Thoughts: My computer wouldn't boot at all when I put a Radeon 6770 inside. I replaced the graphics card AND the motherboard and the problem persisted, so this has to be the culprit. You can find great modular power supplies for a bit more from other brands. Believe me, it is worth it.
Jonhicks
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June 26th, 2012 08:00
Do you have any suggestions? How much should i spend on a power supply?
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June 26th, 2012 08:00
Jonhicks
You are welcome. :emotion-21:
Bev.
Jonhicks
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June 26th, 2012 08:00
I also have an inspiron 570 desktop
Jonhicks
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June 26th, 2012 08:00
Thanks! I was getting worried it might not.
shesagordie
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June 26th, 2012 08:00
Jonhicks
The RAIDMAX HYBRID 2 RX-530SS 530W ATX12V V2.2/ EPS12V SLI Modular Power Supply, should work fine in the Inspiron 570 MT, as will the XFX HD-677X-ZNFC Radeon HD 6770 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 Video Card, providing the PCIe x1 slot, next to the PCIe x16 slot is open.
Both are compatible wiith the AMD Athlon II X2 250, 3.0 GHz processor.
Bev.
Kelbear1
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June 26th, 2012 09:00
Hard to say. It may be a bit slow, but the HD 6770 is a good card so I would go for it if you are looking for better gaming. It only scores 1703 HERE so it certainly is not up there with the better CPUs. Most games rely mostly on the video card so I would just give it a try and see how your FPS are doing compared compared to what others might get with better CPUs.
Jonhicks
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June 26th, 2012 09:00
Will my CPU effect my graphics card performance? (sorry for all the questions)
Kelbear1
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June 26th, 2012 09:00
SeaSonic is a very good brand. HERE is one I can suggest if you want modular.
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June 26th, 2012 11:00
Jonhicks
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June 26th, 2012 12:00
Tera at the moment, and I pre ordered Guild wars 2
Kelbear1
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June 26th, 2012 14:00
It does not take much to run those games. You will be just fine with both your CPU and GPU.
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June 26th, 2012 14:00
Jonhicks
Here are the minimum system requirements for Guild Wars 2:
Windows XP Service Pack 2 or better • Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz, Core i3, AMD
Athlon 64 X2, or better • 2 GB RAM • NVIDIA® GeForce 7800, ATI X1800, Intel HD
3000, or better (256MB of video RAM and shader model 3.0 or better) • 25 GB
available HDD space • Broadband Internet connection • Keyboard and mouse
http://www.guildwars2.com/en/the-game/game-faq/
And for Tera:
https://tera-support.enmasse.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/175/~/can-i-run-tera%3F---system-requirements
Bev.
Jonhicks
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June 26th, 2012 16:00
actually i already have Tera, and it is choppy even at the lowest preset. And i cant enjoy the scenery and stuff either.
Kelbear1
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June 26th, 2012 19:00
What video card do you have now? I did not see it mentioned.