Upgrading GPU to best my current system will allow..

nathan323

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I want to get a new GPU, one that will hopefully allow me to run Battlefield 4 and other similar/new games as maxed out as possible. Just getting properly into PC gaming :)) My budget is open, as long as I don't have to spend on better hardware to support it., looking of the best my current system will allow.
I'd appreciate any help. Please let me know if I've left any crucial info off the following list.
Thanks!

APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: next couple of weeks
BUDGET RANGE: totally open :)

USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: Gaming is visually all I need it for

CURRENT GPU AND POWER SUPPLY:
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OTHER RELEVANT SYSTEM SPECS:
PSU: Earthwatts 650
Cooling: Freezer Pro 7 Rev.2
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 1024 MB
OS: Microsoft Windows 7 (6.1) Home Premium Edition 64-bit Service Pack 1 (Build 7601) (DirectX Version 11.0)

Processor: Intel Core i5 750 Lynnfield @ 2.67GHz
Chipset: Northbridge- Intel DMI Host Bridge rev. 11
Southbridge - Intel P55 rev. 05
Memory: DDR3 4GB Dual Channel

PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: I guess ive heard of http://www.techbuy.com.au, but I really would just end up picking up the decided upon card at the cheapest place - deciding based on quality my system can handle, rather than price
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Australia

PARTS PREFERENCES: Ive got Nvidia atm and have been happy enough with the experience (software etc), but am open to other brands.

OVERCLOCKING: Yes, Ive had experience overclocking current GPU
SLI OR CROSSFIRE: Maybe, I'm not sure if would fit my budget?

MONITOR RESOLUTION: 1920x1080
 
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This is a great option. Your psu is ok.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 280 3GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($259.00 @ CPL Online)
Total: $259.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-20 22:33 EST+1000

This is a fairly stronger but very expensive option:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 780 3GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($549.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Total: $549.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-20 22:38 EST+1000
This is a great option. Your psu is ok.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 280 3GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($259.00 @ CPL Online)
Total: $259.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-20 22:33 EST+1000

This is a fairly stronger but very expensive option:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 780 3GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($549.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Total: $549.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-20 22:38 EST+1000
 
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