Will my processor bottleneck my Graphics Card?

DerpCake · Mar 24, 2013

I have an i5 2300 2.8ghz Quad Core with 4gb RAM and 450w PSU, I was wondering whether to get a AMD 7850, will I bottleneck this card or is it okay?

imomun · Mar 24, 2013

That i5 2300 2.8ghz Quad Core still a very decent CPU
Will be fine with a 400watt or so branded power supply eg CX430 xfx450 etc
No it wont bottolneck 99% games @ 1080p
No worries.
Enjoy

mclovits · Mar 24, 2013

No bottleneck with a 7850, it'll work great, but that's not your biggest issue. AMD recommends you have at least a 500 watt PSU for a 7850. Anything lower, even if it's a good brand could result in heat issues or card damage. Look here: http://www.amd.com/us/products/desktop/graphics/7000/7850/Pages/radeon-7850.aspx#2

DerpCake · Mar 24, 2013

Thanks for the Feedback guys!

lunyone · Mar 24, 2013

400w PSU might be pushing the limits a bit, but a quality one shouldn't have too much of a problem (assuming you have a PCI-e power connector). I would probably get a new PSU for that setup, but PSU do you currently have? How old is it?

DerpCake · Mar 25, 2013

lunyone :

I just realised I have a 450w PSU and as you said a 500w is the best option? Would 50w make a difference or is it best to just get a 500w incase?

lunyone · Mar 25, 2013

DerpCake :

lunyone :

I just realised I have a 450w PSU and as you said a 500w is the best option? Would 50w make a difference or is it best to just get a 500w incase?

What is the make and model of that PSU?

DerpCake · Mar 25, 2013

lunyone :

Not sure, but overall, would there be any potential problems with 50w difference? In a general sense. It doesnt need to be accurate I just need it to be at least an answer.

Marcopolo123 · Mar 25, 2013

My old rig had an old intel duo core,a hd 5750(max.80w), 400w no name psu.
It sometimes suddently shut down when i play games...

A hd7850 (max130w) and the i5-cpu might have issues with your 450w.
So i suggest you to buy a decent 550w psu..
Or this... Overpowered but only for 60$. Good deal though
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139040

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