Which Graphics Card?

yanna1 · Aug 16, 2018

After searching and reading into things(probably way to much) I think I know the two graphics cards I like best. I would love your opinion as I am still slightly confused what would be better. I am a bit of a novice when it comes to graphic cards.

One fan or two? Apart from looks is there anything else that makes them different from each other? I would get a discount on the first one so the price is about the same.

Current setup....
Corsair Carbide 88R Micro ATX Case
Intel Core i5-6500
MSI B150M Motherboard
ASUS - GeForce GTX 750 Ti
HyperX Black Fury 2 x 4 GB, 2133Mhz
Seagate 1TB 3.5" Desktop Hard Drive
Cooler Master B-Series B500 500w Ver.2 80Plus
Win 10

1. Asus Cerberus 1050ti 4GB
https://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/computing-accessories/components-and-upgrades/graphics-cards/asus-geforce-gtx-1050-ti-4-gb-cerberus-graphics-card-10175897-pdt.html?intcmpid=display~RR

2. Zotac 1050ti 4BG Mini
https://www.ebuyer.com/761121-zotac-geforce-gtx-1050-ti-mini-4gb-gddr5-graphics-card-zt-p10510a-10l

I am a light gamer mostly playing Planet Coaster and Cities Skylines and I am just looking to improve my gaming experience with an upgrade with a budget of £150.GBP. If you think there would be a better upgrade to do first or graphics card I am happy to hear it.

Thanks for your help.

RobCrezz · Aug 16, 2018

1050 ti is a great upgrade. Either of them would be fine.

I would probably go for this one as its a good price and has dual fans.
https://www.ebuyer.com/821651-asus-dual-series-of-geforce-gtx-1050ti-oc-graphics-card-dual-gtx1050ti-o4g-v2

Rdslw · Aug 16, 2018

RobCrezz :

Mini usually means HEAT. dual fan one should have a bit more thermal headroom, which means it should be quieter or have few% better performance. Go for asus.

aswindamara · Aug 16, 2018

Rdslw :

i dont think it was right, because the temp target of 1050ti is 60-72C, for graphic card, usually it is totaly fine. but cmiiw.

yanna1 · Aug 16, 2018

Thanks all. Just another thing though. With my case being the smaller type would it not be better having the mini so its less cramped in there. The dual ones do look amazing and looking like the perferd choice.

I just have the one fan that came with the case. Checked my temps before and cant mind off hand but there was nothing to worry be about on my current set up.

Thanks again.

RobCrezz · Aug 16, 2018

yanna1 :

The dual card will fit in there fine.

yanna1 · Aug 16, 2018

RobCrezz :

Hi, Can I just ask why that card? Just wondering cause I might go with the Asus Cerberus because I can just walk into the shop for it. Can be tricky arranging deliveries at work plus I could get it for the weekend

Thanks

RobCrezz · Aug 16, 2018

Sure the Cerberus is equally as good, just a little more money.

yanna1 · Aug 16, 2018

Thanks everyone. One last question...Could somebody confirm what cable/adapter I need to connect my graphics card to a VGA monitor( Acer AL1916W).
I believe its a dvi-d to vga active converter.

Like this..

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Active-YIWENTEC-Adapter-Converter-Monitor-Black/dp/B079997Y8P/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_23_tr_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=MY6NH2WF7B0NYJ6Q00JW&th=1

Says its ok for DVI-D to VGA but not VGA to DVI-D. How do you determine the difference?

Thanks

yanna1 · Aug 17, 2018

I went for this.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01FHCTZCO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Hope it works.

Could I just use an hdmi cable for now and connect it to my tv until the adapter arrives?

RobCrezz · Aug 17, 2018

The one you bought wont work I dont think. You need an "active" adapter, because the 1000 series doesnt output analogue signals.

Youll have to use HDMI to the TV.

yanna1 · Aug 17, 2018

RobCrezz :

Crap... I was going by the description it had below picture.....

ACTIVE ADAPTER DESIGN -- Converts a digital DVI signal to an analog VGA signal; Integrated chipset improves the compatibility with more VGA displays; Sturdy DVI VGA cable adapter is fully shielded and engineered with molded strain relief and gold-plated connectors for reliable signal transmission and durability.

Thought the above meant it was an active adapter. Why do they make it so confusing?? :pt1cable:

RobCrezz · Aug 17, 2018

Oh right I missed that, maybe it is! Hopefully it is an active one.

yanna1 · Aug 17, 2018

Can I just connect the graphics card by HDMI to the tv HDMI ?

RobCrezz · Aug 17, 2018

yanna1 :

yeah of course, that will work fine.

judahg460 · Aug 19, 2018

Should not get a 1050ti. You could get a 1060 off of ebay for the same price. I would never recommend a 1050 because they are weak and could easily be beat by a card of the same price on ebay. https://www.ebay.com/itm/EVGA-GTX-1060-6GB-SSC/132750430972?hash=item1ee88ad2fc:g:RmkAAOSw-mNbedJ2

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