Alienware X51 R2 GPU Upgrade

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Looking for a low budget GPU I can replace in my Desktop (as in no more expensive than $400).

These are the specs:

- Intel Core 4th Generation i5-4460 Processor (6M Cache, up to 3.4 GHz)

- 8GB Dual Channel DDR3 at 1600Mhz

- 1TB SATA Hard Drive

- Slot-Load Dual Layer DVD+/-RW, CD-RW Combo

- 1 GB GDDR5 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 645 *************

- Onboard: 1 HDMI

- Card Ports: 1 HDMI, 2 DVI, 1 DisplayPort

Stars by the GPU. What are some graphics cards I can swap this out for that are in the 600 or 700 series?

I'm not necessarily looking for the best, just which ones will work in that price range, please.

Looking for something good enough to play games like Mortal Kombat X, even if it's only on the lowest setting. The cheaper the solution the better. Expecially if this is around $150-200. I can't go more than $400, and if it's that high it will take me several months to get it.
 
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This will work in any PCIe x16 2.0 or 3.0 slot and should enable you to play just about any current game out there at medium or high settings. Less demanding games possibly at some form of Ultra setting.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card ($188.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Antec 450W ATX Power Supply ($33.98 @ Directron)
Total: $222.97
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-23 12:59 EDT-0400
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No idea what the power supply is, yet.

I am gaming on a single monitor at 1080P, yes.
 
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Well, since the GTX 645 and the GTX 660 both require a 450W power supply at minimum anyways would I be able to swap out my 645 f or a 660? I know that would at least work on the minimum settings.
 
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Are you planning to get another power supply or are you looking for a GPU that can be used with your current power supply, if you have one?

What country are you in and is there some reason you're looking for 600 or 700 series cards when you can get a much newer card with a lot better performance for well within your budget?

 
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I'm in the United States.

I would gladly change the power supply. I'm only looking for something within the 600 or 700 series for budget reasons. If I could find something else well within that budget that doesn't require me going over my budget by buying extra parts I would gladly do it.

Also, like I said, if it gets too expensive I will have to wait longer to buy it. If it's the 600 or 700 series I can get it as early as next month, but if it's higher on the scale it will take several months to get it.
 
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This will work in any PCIe x16 2.0 or 3.0 slot and should enable you to play just about any current game out there at medium or high settings. Less demanding games possibly at some form of Ultra setting.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card ($188.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Antec 450W ATX Power Supply ($33.98 @ Directron)
Total: $222.97
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-23 12:59 EDT-0400
 
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Great stuff! As long as it works in my computer I'm happy. Thank you/
 
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