Rookie needing some budget GPU advice

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JWilson00

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So, I'm in search of a GPU for this gaming rig of mine. I don't want to overclock (at least not yet); so I'm just looking for the best stock card I can get in my price range that is compatible with what I've picked out so far. Budget for a GPU is in the low $200's (Don't want to spend more than $900 or so for the whole PC).


If you'd like to critique my build as well, have at me.
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/JDWilson39/saved/NsWzK8
 
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Asus are great for Nvidia GPU. But currently many people (the ones I heave heard and know) prefer Sapphire AMD R9 (specifically) GPU as they seem to be slightly better than the others. Well this is usually up to preference and experience with the manufacturers.
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About your build,the PSU isn't really a good choice.It uses cheap capacitors and it can damage your internals.
I would highly recommend changing it to a Antec HCG 520M or a XFX TS 550. :)
As for the GPU,you can stick a GTX 760 in there.But the R9 270X is also a great choice.
One pro tip: when buying AMD cards,make sure that they are from Sapphire,they have to best coolers for AMD cards. ;)
For nVidia cards,Gigabyte is great. ;)
All the best. ;)
 
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JWilson00

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Actually, there are a few R9 280's going for $190 and $208, I'm looking at the Asus and Sapphire versions right now since they have the DVI D slots which go with my monitor. Any opinions?
 
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Asus are great for Nvidia GPU. But currently many people (the ones I heave heard and know) prefer Sapphire AMD R9 (specifically) GPU as they seem to be slightly better than the others. Well this is usually up to preference and experience with the manufacturers.
 
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