Best Budget Graphics Card (£130)

HappyHambo · Mar 16, 2015

I'm just wondering what graphics card I should get for a gaming pc. I've been looking at the R9 280 and I think that is will get but i just want to make sure for this is my first time building a computer. Thanks

Jordsk · Mar 16, 2015

Yep, the r9 280 is very good value for money, although make sure you have about a 550w bronze psu from a reputable brand ~

not sure how much the 280x is where you live, if thats only like 15-20p more you could stretch your budget to that it's also a great card.

What are the other specs of your pc?

DasHotShot · Mar 16, 2015

It would be good if you could post your other specs, as this is important in assessing your card's ability vs the system.

As such, the 280 represents decent value, however it is worth trying to go for a 280x.

laviniuc · Mar 16, 2015

that or gtx 960 is you find one reasonably priced and you are worried about your psu.

holyrage · Mar 16, 2015

R9 280X and R9 280 is a good card

i own a 7950 vapor-x (pre refresh R9 280) i have had it for more than 3 years and a half it will be 4 years in AUG lol it is getting replaced when the R9 300 is out AMD should announce them in JUN

HappyHambo · Mar 16, 2015

Jordsk :

I might have a look around for a cheapish 280x. Other parts here http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/VVqgNG (not sure about PSU, seen EVGA make graphics cards)
EDIT - Had a look and found some quite well priced 280x's on ebay, thoughts on pre- owned components? (would shave enough off budget to upgrade PSU)

Jordsk · Mar 17, 2015

I currently run the gigabyte windforce oc r9 280 on the evga 500b, it runs fine, even under long gaming sessions, although I don't have any crazy accessories in my case and no OC.

The psu you chose would run it but I wouldn't recommend it as it may not produce enough power under load sometimes and force your computer to shut down.

I would recommend not skimping out on your power supply, look for like an XFX 550w gold or something of that nature, the evga b2 and g2 series are great too but may be 'overkill' as they start at 750w but they're really good value for performance.

About buying used parts, I've never done it before but I've certainly considered it, the things you probably have to watch out for is if the card has been used for mining. Shouldn't be really any much of a risk and if it helps you get a better psu I'd say go for it, unless the price seems 'to good to be true' then it's probably fked.. Maybe I'm just being skeptical.

There are a lot of great bargains online
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb9
Something like that would suffice for a 280x and still leaves a little bit of headroom

HappyHambo · Mar 18, 2015

Jordsk :

I currently run the gigabyte windforce oc r9 280 on the evga 500b, it runs fine, even under long gaming sessions, although I don't have any crazy accessories in my case and no OC.

The psu you chose would run it but I wouldn't recommend it as it may not produce enough power under load sometimes and force your computer to shut down.

I would recommend not skimping out on your power supply, look for like an XFX 550w gold or something of that nature, the evga b2 and g2 series are great too but may be 'overkill' as they start at 750w but they're really good value for performance.

About buying used parts, I've never done it before but I've certainly considered it, the things you probably have to watch out for is if the card has been used for mining. Shouldn't be really any much of a risk and if it helps you get a better psu I'd say go for it, unless the price seems 'to good to be true' then it's probably fked.. Maybe I'm just being skeptical.

There are a lot of great bargains online
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb9
Something like that would suffice for a 280x and still leaves a little bit of headroom

Thanks for the reply. I think I might go for a Corsair 500w or 550w and a pre-owned TOXIC R9 280x.

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