New GPU 8600GT to GT430

[kevh]

Hi Everyone

 

GPU has just gone pop! on my old Dell 531 PC at home listed in signature below.

 

It was a 8600GT with 305w psu which was the best at the time without needing extra power connection.

 

Have had a quick look now and seems a Nvidia GT 430 (or maybe even GT 440) would work and give simalar performance to a 9800GT ! Does this sound correct or am i missing something ??

 

Cheers Kev :cool:

[kevh]

Here is a pic of PSU spec if that helps :)

 

 

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GT430 System Requirements:

 

- PCI Express or PCI Express 2.0-compliant motherboard with one x16 graphics slot

- Minimum 300W or greater system power supply (with a minimum 12V current rating of 22A)

 

 

Does 22A requirement mean card wont run ??

 

Cheers Kev :cool:

Edited May 3, 2011 by kevh

[Jelly Bean]

Key I would buy a 500 watt PSU babe.......

[kevh]

Thanks for the reply Jelly ,

 

Not sure if I'll get away with 500w as originally told my wife £50 - £60 (low end GPU) should cover the cost of repair!! I'm up to £120 nearly with the 2 items on other post !! :)

 

Do you think the old system will be throttling the new card too much ?

 

Cheers Kev :)