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August 5, 2014 1:32:56 PM

I'm a novice to computer hardware in general. I'm currently running a Nivida GeForce 520. I was looking to upgrade for under $200. I'd like to get the most for my money.

My processor is a AMD FX 6100 6 core 3.3 GHz. On a Windows 7 64 bit, Directx 11, 10240MB of RAM.

I'm not sure if I have to stay with a GeForce. Any wisdom would be most appreciated.

I play some games, such as the newest Assassins Creed and Call of Duty, I do a little video editing and Photo Shop. Looking to connect multiple monitors if my $200 budget allows.

I'm looking at these cards.

http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-Superclock-Dual-Link-Graphic...

and

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B007HYIDTC/vigli...

Any other suggestions are welcome.

-Thank You.

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August 5, 2014 1:37:03 PM

Get the 7850. I find that I have a better experience on AMD platform if I use a Radeon Graphics Card.
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August 5, 2014 1:44:46 PM

You don't have to stay with Nvidia, you only have to remove the driver before installing a different brand. Most for your money would be r9 270. It's about $150 and better/newer than the two you listed.
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August 5, 2014 2:00:18 PM

Natos said:
Get the 7850. I find that I have a better experience on AMD platform if I use a Radeon Graphics Card.


Will this work with a 262W PSU? Should I get a new PSU? Also this might be a nood request but could I have a link?
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August 5, 2014 2:06:10 PM

danco5074 said:
You don't have to stay with Nvidia, you only have to remove the driver before installing a different brand. Most for your money would be r9 270. It's about $150 and better/newer than the two you listed.


Ah the makes sense. Thank you! Now I need to look into a PSU mine is only 262W.
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August 5, 2014 2:19:28 PM

I wouldnt cheapout too much on a PSU. It can fry your system or make it unstable.

http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Builder-Series-Watt-CX500...

This will do the job and isn't too expensive.

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