What do I need to replace to run a R9 270x?

Jadenman · Jul 29, 2014

Hello! So I'm upgrading my graphics card in a pre-built and know so far that I will have to upgrade my power supply, but is there anything else that I will need to switch out in order to have my new Sapphire R9 270x run at its best?

Also, for any parts I need to change out as well as the power supply I already know about, what part do you recommend? I figure I'll need 500-600w power supply but there are so many prices and available options, I'd really like to find one that will last a long time and won't disappoint.

Specs:

Motherboard
H-RS880-uATX (Aloe)
Processor
AMD Phenom II X4 945
Memory
8 GB
Video graphics
ATI Radeon HD5450
Integrated ATI Radeon HD 4200 graphics
Sound/Audio
Integrated Realtec ALC888S Audio
Networking
LAN: Gigabit 10-Base-GT
802.11 Wireless a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 card
Hard drive
1 TB
Memory Card Reader
15-in-1 memory card reader
Computer Case
Mid-size ATX
Power Supply
300W

Armo1000 · Jul 29, 2014

you wont need to change anything to add you new r9 270x.. Just to be on the safer side go for 650w psu preferably Corsair or Thermaltake brands

Akhil Potukuchi · Jul 29, 2014

Jadenman :

Hello! So I'm upgrading my graphics card in a pre-built and know so far that I will have to upgrade my power supply, but is there anything else that I will need to switch out in order to have my new Sapphire R9 270x run at its best?

Also, for any parts I need to change out as well as the power supply I already know about, what part do you recommend? I figure I'll need 500-600w power supply but there are so many prices and available options, I'd really like to find one that will last a long time and won't disappoint.

Specs:

Motherboard
H-RS880-uATX (Aloe)
Processor
AMD Phenom II X4 945
Memory
8 GB
Video graphics
ATI Radeon HD5450
Integrated ATI Radeon HD 4200 graphics
Sound/Audio
Integrated Realtec ALC888S Audio
Networking
LAN: Gigabit 10-Base-GT
802.11 Wireless a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 card
Hard drive
1 TB
Memory Card Reader
15-in-1 memory card reader
Computer Case
Mid-size ATX
Power Supply
300W

Replace your PSU. If you tell me your budget for the upgrade, I'll give you the best at your price.

Gam3r01 · Jul 29, 2014

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($56.88 @ Amazon)
Total: $56.88
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-07-29 11:46 EDT-0400

Yuna · Jul 29, 2014

Hi, Seasonic makes one of the best psu available, have a look at this one http://www.seasonicusa.com/M12II-Bronze.htm

Akhil Potukuchi · Jul 29, 2014

Gam3r01 :

Maybe this would be better: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817438026&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=
80+ gold, fully modular and costs 59.99$ after rebate.

Scampi · Jul 29, 2014

That Phenom II X4 945 is better than the 1st generation Bulldozer FX series, so i don't foresee a bottlenecking issue.

Just upgrade the power supply & you should be fine. Only other thing to check is the dimensions of the case against the dimensions of whichever graphics card your looking to purchase.

Here are some PSU suggestions, they are all good quality:

XFX Pro 650W: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1650snlb9

Rosewill Capstone 550W: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817182262&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

Coolermaster Vanguard 550W: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/cooler-master-power-supply-rs550amaag1

Seasonic G-Series 550W: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ssr550rm

Jadenman · Jul 29, 2014

Scampi :

Do you have any personal experience with any of these brands that might give some insight on the reliability of each product? ^_^

Scampi · Jul 29, 2014

Jadenman :

I haven't had the pleasure, i have an almost 4 years old Corsair TX series unit myself ATM, previously used Enermax. These are PSU's i'd be happy to use myself. I hope you find the reviews helpful:

Pro: http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=216

Vanguard: http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/CoolerMaster/V550S/

Capstone: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/Rosewill-CAPSTONE-550M-Power-Supply-Review/1584/1

G-Series: http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=373

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