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apg1992   11-16-2009 at 05:03:03 AM

Hey guys, I'm upgrading my video card, and I had a quick question about the power consumption of the card. My current specs are:

 

* Pentium 4 3.0 Ghz
* Dual Channel 3GB DDR 800
* 430W PSU
* 8600GTS

 

I'm upgrading my video card to a 8800GTS (G92 512MB) or a 9800GT. Will my power supply be sufficient to run either of these cards? Thanks in advance guys!


Message edited by apg1992 on 11-16-2009 at 05:54:58 AM
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SAINT19   11-16-2009 at 06:37:25 AM

If your PSU is from a good brand (Corsair, Antec, Thermaltake, OCZ) is enough.

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cory1234   11-16-2009 at 06:50:04 AM

I wouldn't recommend upgrading your graphics card. Your psu is underpowered and probably old. Your processor will severely bottleneck a 9800gt.

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