Can I run dual graphics cards?

Alexy_ · May 14, 2016

I have Gigabyte GA-Z97X-SLI Motherboard. I GTX 980 Ti Evga Superclocked Graphics Card and 4790k processor. I want to install GTX Titan X Evga onto this motherboard, but I am not sure if I can. My power supply is 850 W. Please, tell me if I can install GTX Titan X Evga onto my motherboard. If not, suggest a motherboard that is compatible. Also, is the power supply enough and what SLI bridge do I need if I can install Titan X. Thanks in advance!

My system specs:https://pp.vk.me/c604420/v604420426/d731/zNfTUuAns2w.jpg

superninja12 · May 14, 2016

yes you can but not together with your 980 ti, you need 2 exact the same gpus.

Alexy_ · May 14, 2016

superninja12 :

Didn't understand you very good. I'm not tech savvy. I can only run one at a time?

Dark Lord of Tech · May 14, 2016

You want 2 identical cards to SLI.

Alexy_ · May 14, 2016

So, I can only run identical GPUs? Is there a way I can run two different ones? And is 850 W power supply enough for two GTX 980 Ti EVGA Superclocked, then?

superninja12 · May 14, 2016

and sli= 2 graphics cards from nvidia

superninja12 · May 14, 2016

Alexy_ :

you cannot run 2 different ones !!! and yes 850 is enough for as 2nd gpu unless its a junk psu.

update: you got a junk psu

Cyrkle8211 · May 14, 2016

It might work even if you have different GPU's but you definitely need to have a power supply that can supply that kindof voltage. Check how much pull each one has and then convert that into watts and that will tell you if you can run it. Youy will want a good 80 watts of "wiggle room". Also the wires coming from your Power Supply may not be adequate. However there are adapters for these plugs you want to be very careful with using too many adapters. I currently am running three monitors and there is nothing better than multi-monitors. Good Luck and I hope it all works out! If you need any more help I'd be happy to help.

Hlsgsz · May 14, 2016

Alexy_ :

You need another 980ti. SLI only works between identical chips.

Alexy_ · May 14, 2016

superninja12 :

So I can have another graphics card, but I need a new power supply? I have 850 W, and if that is enough, why is it junk? Thanks!

superninja12 · May 14, 2016

pooor quality capacitors, bad build quality, the heat cant easily come out.
THAT UNIT ISNT MADE FOR GAMING.

i would alreayd replace it for 1 expensive gpu and cpu.

Wisecracker · May 14, 2016

It may be possible under DX12 to *bind* multiple GPUs into a single graphics engine that pumps out alternate frames in gaming.

It will come . . . . eventually.

Alexy_ · May 14, 2016

Cyrkle8211 :

Someone is saying that my PSU is not suitable for gaming. Is that true?

Cyrkle8211 · May 14, 2016

Alex I'm not saying it's not suited. I have that brand of power supply. Just be careful with the cords to plug in both graphics cards

Alexy_ · May 14, 2016

Hlsgsz :

Okay. I have GTX 980 Ti EVGA Superclocked. I can't install different chips. Will this ( http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1235658-REG/evga_06g_p4_5998_kr_geforce_gtx_980_ti.html ) be able to work along with my Superclocked EVGA 980 Ti? It's same graphics card but different type (EVGA GeForce GTX 980 Ti K|NGP|N ACX 2.0+).

Hlsgsz · May 14, 2016

Alexy_ :

Hlsgsz :

Okay. I have GTX 980 Ti EVGA Superclocked. I can't install different chips. Will this ( http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1235658-REG/evga_06g_p4_5998_kr_geforce_gtx_980_ti.html ) be able to work along with my Superclocked EVGA 980 Ti? It's same graphics card but different type (EVGA GeForce GTX 980 Ti K|NGP|N ACX 2.0+).

Yes they will work.

Alexy_ · May 14, 2016

Hlsgsz :

Alexy_ :

Yes they will work.

What else do I need to install the new graphics card?

Hlsgsz · May 14, 2016

The SLI bridge that came with your motherboard.

Hlsgsz · May 14, 2016

Actually, your motherboard does not support SLI.(if its teh ga-z97-d3h)

Alexy_ · May 15, 2016

Hlsgsz :

It supports SLI. It is GA-Z97X-SLI.

Can I go with 980ti and the 1080 that is coming out soon?

Hlsgsz · May 15, 2016

Alexy_ :

Ah, sorry, i was looking at the part list in the picture.
No, you can't. For the last time, they need to be identical chips. A 980ti will only work in SLI with another 980ti. The brand doesn't matter, but it needs to be a 980ti.

Alexy_ · May 15, 2016

Hlsgsz :

Alexy_ :

Ah, sorry, i was looking at the part list in the picture.
No, you can't. For the last time, they need to be identical chips. A 980ti will only work in SLI with another 980ti. The brand doesn't matter, but it needs to be a 980ti.

Okay, thanks!

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