Can I use an R9 280x with my pc

Sam Smart

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My specs at the moment
CPU: AMD Bulldozer FX-6100 Six Core 3.30GHz Processor FD6100WMGUSBX Socket AM3+

GPU :AMD R7 240 2GB Graphics Card

PSU :500W Power Supply

i want to replace the r7 with a r9 280x will the powers supply take it?
 
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thats good news! its not a great one but enough to run a R9 280x. it has a 12v rail of 38A and 2x6+2pin pcie power cables.!however i wouldnt overclock cpu or gpu with it for any reason! since its a semi modular psu you should have the pcie power cable needed laying in some box!



thats good news! its not a great one but enough to run a R9 280x. it has a 12v rail of 38A and 2x6+2pin pcie power cables.!however i wouldnt overclock cpu or gpu with it for any reason! since its a semi modular psu you should have the pcie power cable needed laying in some box!

 
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