Renewing a Graphics Card, I don't know what's compatible.

The Dasher · Aug 22, 2014

I'm trying to renew a graphics card from a computer that I'm trying to buy, however I do not know what graphics card would be compatible with the motherboard, processor, etc.
The specifications are:

Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-4460S Processor (2.9 GHz, 3.4 GHz with TurboBoost, 6 MB cache)

OS: Windows 8.1

RAM: 8 GB DDR3

Storage: 2 TB HDD, 7200 rpm

Motherboard: Intel Z87

Current Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GT 705

I will be using this PC for gaming and such. I would like some help with renewing this graphics card. If anything should be renewed, tell me please.
It would be helpful if there were any links/prices as well, I'm a UK resident.

RobCrezz · Aug 22, 2014

The other important part you have missed is your current PSU, what is that?

MeteorsRaining · Aug 22, 2014

Your MoBo will support any GPU, please mention your budget.

The Dasher · Aug 22, 2014

RobCrezz :

Sorry, I'm a bit new to these things. Anyway, I'm not fully sure, it doesn't tell me. I'm buying one off the shelf (not recommended, I know) but I'm basically renewing the parts as I go along.

http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing/desktop-pcs/desktop-pcs/hp-pavilion-500-319na-desktop-pc-10016083-pdt.html

I can't find it anywhere.

The Dasher · Aug 22, 2014

MeteorsRaining :

My budget is about £250 maximum for a GPU.

RobCrezz · Aug 22, 2014

The Dasher :

I would advise against buying that. OEM pcs like that are much more difficult to upgrade if needed.

Either buy the parts and build your self, or buy a prebuilt from a place like PCspecialist.co.uk or overclockers.co.uk, that way you know exactly what parts you are getting and can save having to buy anything twice - like buying a pc then having to get a new PSU and GPU afterwards.

MeteorsRaining · Aug 22, 2014

You can get a GTX 770 or R9 280X in that price range, which're really comfortable for Ultra gaming.
But as Rob pointed out, the PSU model and wattage is extremely necessary if we're to put those cards in your rig.

EDIT: I agree with Rob's next reply too, custom built are much better.

randomhkkid · Aug 22, 2014

The Dasher :

From this link http://store.hp.com/UKStore/Merch/Product.aspx?id=G9B00EA&opt=ABU&sel=PCDT it says the power adapter is 180W.

This means that the best you can do is a 750ti. It doesn't need any additional power cables from the power supply. Have you tried a build to order site like cyberpower? They're better than OEMs for upgradability if you're not confident building yourself.

RobCrezz · Aug 22, 2014

randomhkkid :

The Dasher :

From this link http://store.hp.com/UKStore/Merch/Product.aspx?id=G9B00EA&opt=ABU&sel=PCDT it says the power adapter is 180W.

This means that the best you can do is a 750ti. It doesn't need any additional power cables from the power supply. Have you tried a build to order site like cyberpower? They're better than OEMs for upgradability if you're not confident building yourself.

I wouldnt even use a 750 ti with a 180w psu!

randomhkkid · Aug 22, 2014

RobCrezz :

randomhkkid :

I wouldnt even use a 750 ti with a 180w psu!

Yeah I'm just doing a bit of research on that now.... OP I'd advise against this desktop, try go through a custom PC builder if you can or do it yourself.

MeteorsRaining · Aug 22, 2014

Getting custom PC is my first advice.
But, if you're totally against it, then I'd say do something like this:
Replace the PSU with a good 550-600W PSU for 50 bucks, then use the 200 pounds for a Asus R9 280.

randomhkkid · Aug 22, 2014

The Dasher :

http://www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk/saved/811675

Here you go for 700 quid this system will be vastly more powerful and upgradeable. Other poster feel free to chime in and advise on my part choices..... it's very late here....

CAS: NZXT Source 220 Mid-Tower Gaming Case w/ USB 3.0 Black [-2] (Black colour)
CASUPGRADE: NONE
CD: 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW DRIVE. (BLACK Colour)
CD2: NONE
COOL: NONE
CPU: INTEL® Core™ i5-4590 Quad Core 3.30 GHz 6MB Cache LGA1150 + HD Grapics [-25]
CS_FAN: Default Case Fan
DONGLES: NONE
EXPAN: NONE
FA_HDD: None
FAN: Corsair Hydro Series H55 Quiet Liquid Cooling system w/ 120mm Radiator [+1] (Corsair CPU Water Cooling ***Overclockable XXX***)
FLASHMEDIA: None
HDD: 1TB SATA-III 6.0Gb/s Cache 7200RPM Hard Drive (2TB (1TBx2) Raid 0 Extreme Performance [+39])
HDD2: NONE
HOMEINSTALL: NONE
IEEE_CARD: NONE
INSURANCE: NONE
KEYBOARD: NONE
MB_SRT_Z87: None
MEMORY: 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3/1866mhz Dual Channel Memory (Kingston HyperX Fury White w/Heat Spreader)
MONITOR: NONE
MONITOR2: NONE
MONITOR3: NONE
MOTHERBOARD: MSI Z97-G43 INTEL Z97 Chipset, ATX Mainboard w/ 4 RAM slots, 7.1 HD Audio, HDMI, GbLAN, USB 3.0, SATA-III, 2x Gen2 PCIe x16, 2x PCIe x 1 & 3x PCI
MOUSE: NONE
NETWORK: ONBOARD 10/100/1000 GIGABIT LAN PORT -- As standard on all PCs
OS: NONE - FORMAT HARD DRIVE ONLY(NO OVERCLOCKING AVAILABLE)
OVERCLOCK: No Overclocking
POWERSUPPLY: 500 Watts Power Supplies [+19] (Cooler Master Elite 500watt Gaming Power Supply [+6])
RUSH: NONE
SERVERUNIT: NONE
SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO
SPEAKERS: NONE
TABLET: None
TEMP: NONE
TVRC: NONE
UPS: None
USB1: NONE [+0]
VIDEO: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 2GB 16X PCIe 3.0 Video Card [+94] (Single Card)
WARRANTY: DESKTOP STANDARD WARRANTY: 3 Year Labour, 2 Year Parts, 1 Month Collect and Return plus Life-Time Technical Support

MeteorsRaining · Aug 22, 2014

^It redirects me to configurator page.

randomhkkid · Aug 22, 2014

MeteorsRaining :

yeah it should be what I configured

The Dasher · Aug 22, 2014

MeteorsRaining :

To be honest, I don't have any experience in renewing any parts. I was just looking for a good graphics card. Anyways, I don't know how to renew a PSU, some help?

MeteorsRaining · Aug 22, 2014

Some good tutorials here:
http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/362
Its quite easy and basic

The Dasher · Aug 23, 2014

MeteorsRaining :

How about this PC:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/VIBOX-Sharp-Shooter-Package-Multimedia/dp/B008LZGDR0/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=undefined&sr=8-3&keywords=Gaming+PC+and+Monitor

Looks GREAT for the price. My friend, who knows things about computers says it's amazing for what they're giving.

MeteorsRaining · Aug 23, 2014

^Yeah, that's competitive pricing as long as pre builts are conerned. A better buy overall. Also, sometime down the road you may upgrade the GPU, but for now, its good for medium-high gaming

Renewing a Graphics Card, I don't know what's compatible.

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