Graphic Card Compatibility

Jordan 646

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What factors (vital) does a graphic card compatibility depend on ? How can i find the correct graphic card for my Computer ? I Have a Dell Inspiron 530 PC, 2008 model. Please help me asap !! ? :)
 
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Your motherboard must have a PCIE x16 slot to connect with a (modern) graphics card.

Your Power Supply Unit must provide enough watts to power all components including the graphics card. It must also have one or two free 6-pin/6+2 pin power connectors to provide additional power to certain (most) graphic cards. The 12 volt rail of the PSU must be of high enough Ampere for the graphics card.

Your case must have sufficient space for the card to fit.

Different cards require different amounts of power (in watts and amperes), may require up to two 6/6+2 pin power connectors, and can come in different sizes. But all cards still worth buying use the PCIE x16 slot.

Cthdarren

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1. Do you plan on replacing the GPU?

2. If you are, how much graphics capability do you want?

3. What is your budget
 
Your motherboard must have a PCIE x16 slot to connect with a (modern) graphics card.

Your Power Supply Unit must provide enough watts to power all components including the graphics card. It must also have one or two free 6-pin/6+2 pin power connectors to provide additional power to certain (most) graphic cards. The 12 volt rail of the PSU must be of high enough Ampere for the graphics card.

Your case must have sufficient space for the card to fit.

Different cards require different amounts of power (in watts and amperes), may require up to two 6/6+2 pin power connectors, and can come in different sizes. But all cards still worth buying use the PCIE x16 slot.
 
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