How can I tell if this graphics card is compatible with my computer?

[qwertex]

I currently am running a NVIDIA GeForce 7350 LE on my HP-Pavilion GC674AA-ABA m8120n

The card is starting to burn out with the newer generations of games, and I'd like to make an upgrade to something that can run at least at a moderate framerate. I don't know what exactly I'm looking for, except that I'd like to spend no more than $200 if at all possible, however if it comes to it, I don't mind spending a little more. I figure some system specs might come in helpful so:

OS - Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium

Processor - 2.40 gigahertz Intel Core2 Quad

RAM - 3GB

Graphics - NVIDIA GeForce 7350 LE

 

Really what I'm asking for is:

a) If I have the option to make an upgrade

b) If so, a recommendation on a suitable card

 

If there's anything else you need feel free to ask :D

[PseFrank]

Hi Qwertex, welcome to Free Pc Help

 

I have little knowledge of graphics cards, but someone who does will be along in the not to distant future to help you out...:)

[KenB]

Hi,

 

Your motherboard, if I am correct, has one PCIe x 16 slot.

With this you should have a wide variety of options to "upgrade".

 

Take a look here:

Best Graphics Cards For The Money: November 2010 : November Updates

[john111]

well its hard to say without you knowing your motherboard but ifs its a recent PC in the last 2 - 3 years then it probably has a PCI express slot. I would=have a look in your PC first though. for $200 i would say either a GTX 460 1GB or a ATI HD 6850 1GB

[Dalo Harkin]

Before you even consider replacing the GPU, you need to let us know what the wattage of the PSU is.........

 

Most of these 'budget' PCs are built around the main components and any GPU which it came with is probably at the limit of the PSU