Hi there, I am a complete computer newbie, I bought a fully assembled rig four years ago and now I am looking to slowly teach myself to assemble the bits and bobs and eventually build one from scratch, but that being said, I figured that my aging graphics card would be an easy place to start. From my understanding, graphics cards aren't universal, but I have no idea which pieces are different.
I currently have a Radeon HD 5770 1GB .
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: This week, sooner is better than later
BUDGET RANGE: USD $200-250, but I can be persuaded to up it if need be
USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: Gaming mostly, I am hoping to play games like Thief, Bioshock, Skyrim etc. at on high, or highest settings. I want one that can keep up with newer games as they are being released and eventually used for Elder Scrolls online on the upper end of the settings.
CURRENT GPU AND POWER SUPPLY: I currently have a Radeon HD 5770 1GB . Power Supply: 800w, one six 'pin' power connector for GPU
OTHER RELEVANT SYSTEM SPECS:
Processor: AMD Athlon II X2 260 Processor
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-770T-USB3
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: None, really.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
PARTS PREFERENCES: None
OVERCLOCKING: Not sure what this is
SLI OR CROSSFIRE: I also have no clue about this one either.
MONITOR RESOLUTION: Primary: 1600x900 Secondary: 1440x900
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: My new card must have the two slots for monitors, I’m spoiled now, can’t go without ‘em. I also don’t want to have to start missing with the mass of cords that is my power supply, so I am unfortunately stuck to my 6 pin, single connection for now. And of course, one that is similar in dimensions to my current card. I have no idea which case I have nor the dimensions, so not really sure how big I could go with it. I know I have a good 5-7 inches of vertical space for the card, I’m just concerned about the length really. What is the best way to measure my dimensions to see what will fit? Is it based on the mother board or just the case interior?
CARDS I HAVE BEEN LOOKING AT:
I have been looking at the following cards, and at this point I have kind of hit a wall. Like I said, not a clue what numbers mean what and what’s compatible with what and the like. I am assuming most of these cards won’t fit my computer, that’s fine. Just recommend something to me that is a good fit.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127699
] MSI N660 TF 2GD5/OC GeForce GTX 660 2GB [/url]
EVGA 02G-P4-2763-KR GeForce GTX 760 2GB
XFX Double Dissipation R7-260X-CDF4 Radeon R7 260X 2GB
Sorry for any silly questions, I have no idea what I am doing but I want to learn! Any advice would be much appreciated! If I forgot anything, please let me know, I will update ASAP!!
I currently have a Radeon HD 5770 1GB .
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: This week, sooner is better than later
BUDGET RANGE: USD $200-250, but I can be persuaded to up it if need be
USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: Gaming mostly, I am hoping to play games like Thief, Bioshock, Skyrim etc. at on high, or highest settings. I want one that can keep up with newer games as they are being released and eventually used for Elder Scrolls online on the upper end of the settings.
CURRENT GPU AND POWER SUPPLY: I currently have a Radeon HD 5770 1GB . Power Supply: 800w, one six 'pin' power connector for GPU
OTHER RELEVANT SYSTEM SPECS:
Processor: AMD Athlon II X2 260 Processor
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-770T-USB3
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: None, really.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
PARTS PREFERENCES: None
OVERCLOCKING: Not sure what this is
SLI OR CROSSFIRE: I also have no clue about this one either.
MONITOR RESOLUTION: Primary: 1600x900 Secondary: 1440x900
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: My new card must have the two slots for monitors, I’m spoiled now, can’t go without ‘em. I also don’t want to have to start missing with the mass of cords that is my power supply, so I am unfortunately stuck to my 6 pin, single connection for now. And of course, one that is similar in dimensions to my current card. I have no idea which case I have nor the dimensions, so not really sure how big I could go with it. I know I have a good 5-7 inches of vertical space for the card, I’m just concerned about the length really. What is the best way to measure my dimensions to see what will fit? Is it based on the mother board or just the case interior?
CARDS I HAVE BEEN LOOKING AT:
I have been looking at the following cards, and at this point I have kind of hit a wall. Like I said, not a clue what numbers mean what and what’s compatible with what and the like. I am assuming most of these cards won’t fit my computer, that’s fine. Just recommend something to me that is a good fit.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127699
] MSI N660 TF 2GD5/OC GeForce GTX 660 2GB [/url]
EVGA 02G-P4-2763-KR GeForce GTX 760 2GB
XFX Double Dissipation R7-260X-CDF4 Radeon R7 260X 2GB
Sorry for any silly questions, I have no idea what I am doing but I want to learn! Any advice would be much appreciated! If I forgot anything, please let me know, I will update ASAP!!