Help on deciding on a Graphics Card and PSU for a Dell Inspiron 3847 (8GB, i5)

Unnecessarilypickypartpicker · Jun 29, 2016

Hello. I'm super new to PC parts and this is y first go at adding/re-placing parts. I'm considering a GTX 960, since it's cheaper and has more small form options than 970s (card has to be 9.5in or less for this Dell). I'm not concerned about playing on high settings and willing to lower settings as needed. The 3 960s I'm looking at are: EVGA http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814487154&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC-_-pla-_-Video+Card+-+Nvidia-_-N82E16814487154&gclid=COOHzoHCzc0CFRRZhgod3EANsw&gclsrc=aw.ds ASUS http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121928 Zotac http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814500375&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC-_-pla-_-Video+Card+-+Nvidia-_-N82E16814500375&gclid=CIHHgrfCzc0CFYlehgodYGsPbQ&gclsrc=aw.ds The PSU I'm stongly considering is http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1161878-REG/sea_sonic_electronics_g_550_ssr_550rm_g_series_550w_modular_cable.html/prm/alsVwDtl I'm curious about the rX 480 as a card option, but since it's new, I don't want to rush into it. This R9 380 seems good, too. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814202151

chizrah · Jun 29, 2016

I'd definitely check out the RX 480. It has easily the best price/performance ratio currently, and it's only going to get better. If it's not your cup of tea though, it'll only make other cards cheaper, although I'd highly advise spending the extra $30 for the RX. The PSU you have chosen is fine.

Unnecessarilypickypartpicker · Jun 29, 2016

I'd go with the rx 480, I'm just concerned about it fitting in the Inspiron 3847's case. It's very limiting for longer cards.

chizrah · Jun 29, 2016

The RX 480 isn't too long. It's only 24cm.

Unnecessarilypickypartpicker · Jun 29, 2016

Which brands has it at 9,4-9.5in? Some brands have theirs at 10in+.

chizrah · Jun 29, 2016

The only one available currently is the reference design, which comes in at 240mm, or 9.5".

Unnecessarilypickypartpicker · Jun 29, 2016

Oh. Would the 4GB version be just fine? $40 dollars is a decent jump for me for the 8GB version.

chizrah · Jun 29, 2016

If you really can't stretch to the 8G version, the 4G version will be fine, but if you can I'd get the 8G.

Unnecessarilypickypartpicker · Jun 29, 2016

I heard the reference design gets really hot, I'm gonna see what aftermarket coolers do.

lodders · Jun 29, 2016

You could buy a new case for your PC. My budget Antek one is fine, a big GPU fits and it cost £25 on amazon.

chizrah · Jun 29, 2016

Alternatively, the NZXT S340 is only about £40. It's an excellent, really nice looking case. But the stock cooler on the RX 480 is pretty decent for a blower, not to mention Polaris runs uncharacteristically cool for AMD.

Unnecessarilypickypartpicker · Jun 29, 2016

Should I wait for the 1060 to check out it's specs if it's really coming July 7th? A new case is a bit much for my budget now, it would be something I'd do later on.

chizrah · Jun 29, 2016

Fair enough. Yeah the 1060 should be good. The ~£300 price point is in an odd spot right now.

Unnecessarilypickypartpicker · Jun 29, 2016

The 1060 is estimated to launch $250 for a 3GB and $300 for 6GB.

chizrah · Jun 29, 2016

I see... Well hopefully it'll suit your needs buddy.

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