Alienware GPU Replace

Justin_124 · Oct 16, 2016

Right now I own a Alienware x51 r2 and I want to install a new GTX 1080 or 1070 graphics card I need it to fit in my case I was wondering would it effect anything if I got a bigger GPU besides stick out of the case ???? Im thinking a ASUS GeForce 8GB Dual-Fan OC Edition will that fit ????

nikoli707 · Oct 16, 2016

what power supply is in the computer? what is the amperage on the 12v rail?

i highly doubt you have the power to run a potential 160-220w video card, nor do you have an 8pin pcie power cable to connect the 1070/1080. you are likely going to be limited to a gtx1060 since it only draws around 110-120 watts and most models only need a single 6 pin power connector.

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Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB Mini ITX OC Video Card ($254.04 @ Amazon)
Total: $254.04
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-10-16 19:03 EDT-0400

Chugalug_ · Oct 16, 2016

Yep, in addition most Alienwares have closed BIOSes, meaning compatibility with new components can be poor in some cases.
Best thing to do is to contact them and ask directly whether it would be okay to hot swap the GPUs.

maxalge · Oct 16, 2016

Justin_124 :

if you have the 330w power brick the best 100% compatible gpu you can get is a reference 1060

a 1070 or 1080 could work, but you might run into issues with temps and power

Justin_124 · Oct 20, 2016

Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB Mini ITX OC Video Card ($254.04 @ Amazon) did not fit in my case

Chugalug_ · Oct 20, 2016

Its only 170mm?
Are you sure?

nikoli707 · Oct 20, 2016

there are quite a few single 6 pin pcie connector 1060s. you dont have to get the reference model.

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