Best GPU for around 170 euros or 185 dollars

poolta321 · Dec 18, 2015

I am looking for a good GPU for gaming around 170 euros/185 dollars, any suggestions? And if it's possible I'd like it if the it has 4gb off VRAM (for GTA 5) but that's not really necessary.

Forever Oleg · Dec 18, 2015

The green side: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-video-card-02gp42962kr
The red side: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814161470&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker,%20LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

The OMG Why is this so cheap oh yeah because it runs hot and it's a bit noisy: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/zotac-video-card-zt7040110p

poolta321 · Dec 19, 2015

Forever Oleg :

Those are pretty good GPU's but in euros they are out off my budget

here in holland they are all like 200 euros or above and I have a strict budget of 170-180 euros.

Forever Oleg · Dec 19, 2015

Try GTX 950. I think it will be under 180 euros. Before buying, just make sure your power supply can power up the card (has the 6-pin)

jerdle · Dec 19, 2015

They're not being made anymore, but look for the R9 280 and R9 285 in your area. They may be available in your budget range and will outperform a 950. Due to their scarcity though, the 950 is probably going to be your only option.

poolta321 · Dec 19, 2015

Yes, I think that I'm going with a GTX 950. I can still buy a r9 280/285 but they are out off my budget. And yes, I have got a 6 pin connector on my power supply but I don't know if 460 watts is enough for the GPU. Thanks for the suggestion by the way

Forever Oleg · Dec 19, 2015

GTX 950 will run fine on a 460W PSU, but make sure your power supply is not some chinese junk. Otherwise, I would advise you get a new PSU.

NightAntilli · Dec 19, 2015

This one:
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poolta321 · Dec 20, 2015

Forever Oleg :

Haha thanks, It's a Coolermaster so it will do fine I think.

poolta321 · Dec 20, 2015

NightAntilli :

The page says that it is unavailable, but I think I'll stick to the GTX 950. And I looked the card up but the GTX has a little bit better performance. But thanks for the suggestion

NightAntilli · Dec 20, 2015

I fixed the link... Although Alternate is quite the expensive website...

As for the reason I would pick the R7 370 over it, is because of the features. The performance difference is small between the two, but FreeSync is taking off, with a bunch of monitors being released next year. The GTX 950 is indeed slightly faster... But you can have a 4GB version for 2 euros more, and well, 2 GB is already becoming a limit at 1080p.

4GB R7 370

ohiou_grad_2006 · Dec 20, 2015

If you are talking about the r9 280, why not look at the Radeon 7950? You can find them for about 120-130 on ebay. I got one last year used and it's been running great. I think newegg is selling them for 130 for refurbished ones. When you look at it, if I remember right the r9 280 is exactly the same card card as I think the 7950 boost, which is just overclocked. Might look at that.

Mine for example can max out skyrim at 1080p with an fx 8120 @4ghz.

Forever Oleg · Dec 20, 2015

ohiou_grad_2006 :

Buying used is always shady. That's why new stuff is new stuff.

Btw, you can max out Skyrim on a GT 740 and get 30+ FPS. Skyrim is not a demanding game, bro.

Acesis · Dec 20, 2015

I just purchased (within 2 weeks) a new Visiontek Radeon R9 280x from Newegg for $190 US and some change for shipping.

Upgraded from a Radeon HD 5870. I went from running Fallout 4 at LOW settings to ULTRA MAX for less than $200. I get framerate drop when I go into big open areas though. Had some minor issues when installing it, when I disconnected the power I somehow reset the CMOS, and the boot order got messed up, but it was a small problem in the scheme of things.

poolta321 · Dec 20, 2015

NightAntilli :

Okay but can I use it with my 450-watt PSU? and I'll be gaming on 1280x1024 so it isn't really a problem. I want to order my GPU this evening so if you can answer fast

NightAntilli · Dec 20, 2015

Ahhh. If it's for that res, 2GB is enough.

Btw, if you're worried about the power consumption, the 750 Ti is the most power efficient card... And believe it or not, the GTX 950 is more power hungry than an R7 370;

"Despite that, the R7 370 actually consumed 12% less power than the GTX 950 in an interesting twist."
http://www.techspot.com/review/1075-best-graphics-cards-2015/page6.html

poolta321 · Dec 20, 2015

NightAntilli :

Alright, so my PSU can handle both so that's a good sign. But now I need to choose between the 2 GPU's

I can see that the GTX 950 is a little bit faster and gets a little bit better fps at games.
But the R7 370 Gaming has 4gb so that's also nice

I'm not really sure wich one to choose

jerdle · Dec 20, 2015

The 370's 4gb is unlikely to help in most situations.

poolta321 · Dec 20, 2015

jerdle :

Ah okay, I'm going with the MSI GeForce GTX 950 2GB Gaming 2G then. Thanks for all the help guys

NightAntilli · Dec 20, 2015

jerdle :

Right now, yes. If he starts playing at 1080p in the future it will help though. But the GTX 950 is the better performer as long as memory is not an issue.

ohiou_grad_2006 · Dec 20, 2015

I can understand the concern of buying used, like myself I had doubts but it worked out very well. Of course you need to find someone on line ebay with excellent feedback, plus I think there is buyer protection through PayPal. But buying from Craigslist for example could definitely be more risky.

poolta321 · Dec 20, 2015

NightAntilli :

Yup well maybe I'll start gaming in 1080p some time but for now, the GTX 960 is the best for me

Thanks for your help

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