- Aug 13, 2015
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Hi! I am considering upgrading the graphics card in my desktop (which is becoming a total slug) to a 980 ti as well as a couple other aspects, but am unsure of whether my pc will support it. Right now my specs are as follows:
Win 8.1 32-bit (x64-based processor) --- originally an old vista but upgraded
Pentium(R) Dual-Core CPU E5300 @ 2.6 GHz
3GB DDR2 RAM (1GB, 512MB,1GB, 512MB) --- Supports up to 8GB
GeForce 9300 GE graphics card
300 watt power supply
Rather than purchasing parts for a totally new build I'm planning to switch out both 512MB slots for 2GB (Ballistix), bringing my total RAM to 6GB so I can have better performance and upgrade to 64-bit. I will also be upgrading my hard drive to a crucial SSD (I think the one I have now is around 300GB, probably at 5400 RPM... and OLD) and probably adding an extra WD 1TB HDD at some point. I also have a CD drive but for now it is disconnected.
That all being said, will my desktop support a 980 ti card before and/or after these upgrades? Also, I know I will need to upgrade my power supply but what would a good wattage be?
Thanks so much to anybody who can help!
Win 8.1 32-bit (x64-based processor) --- originally an old vista but upgraded
Pentium(R) Dual-Core CPU E5300 @ 2.6 GHz
3GB DDR2 RAM (1GB, 512MB,1GB, 512MB) --- Supports up to 8GB
GeForce 9300 GE graphics card
300 watt power supply
Rather than purchasing parts for a totally new build I'm planning to switch out both 512MB slots for 2GB (Ballistix), bringing my total RAM to 6GB so I can have better performance and upgrade to 64-bit. I will also be upgrading my hard drive to a crucial SSD (I think the one I have now is around 300GB, probably at 5400 RPM... and OLD) and probably adding an extra WD 1TB HDD at some point. I also have a CD drive but for now it is disconnected.
That all being said, will my desktop support a 980 ti card before and/or after these upgrades? Also, I know I will need to upgrade my power supply but what would a good wattage be?
Thanks so much to anybody who can help!
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