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Best graphics card and PSU combo for $200 budget

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I have a slim-mid size case so my PSU selection is limited. I'm not sure which one to get exactly. Hmmm that does look better. I might pick that over the 7770 if I can find a good PSU that fits perfectly. I'm willing to spend up to $230.

After looking closely I noticed the review is on the Turbo x version. Would that review be similar to what I would be seeing with just the Iceq X version?

Edit:I decided to go with the HIS Iceq X, I'm hoping it fits perfectly. Otherwise I have to send it back and get something else.
Graphics card Master

Yea me too.I got that exact same combo(just an XFX 6870) about a year ago.Now I upgraded to a 750 watt PSU and have 2 in crossfire.They really are great cards.The Seasonic PSU is just sitting on the table.Haven't decided what i'm gonna do with it yet.

What games are you looking to play? And at what resolution?

That's nice I might do the same in the future if I ever feel the need for it. But for now this should be quite enough. I'm planning to get GW2 when it comes out and that's about it. Gonna play it at 1920x1200 on a 25" monitor. I'm feeling quite broke right about now lol.
Graphics card Master

You should have no problem maxing that game out.Yeah, all this money has gone into my PC and I still can't max out the top end games.But as a first time PC gamer you should be thrilled at how good it's going to look.Goodluck and happy gaming.

Indeed it does, I was afraid it wouldn't fit. Even after measuring the inside of my case I was still hesitant about the card. Luckily there was just enough space all around that area. It looked like the casing of the card was gonna get in the way somehow but it didn't. I think the airflow is fine, my pc is just as silent as it was before, can't hear a thing.
Graphics card Master

Breadlover said:
Ok so right now its at 51 Celsius Gpu load at 0%


if that's the celcius after a good amount of time, then that's good, its low on its temperature.
Graphics card Master

Breadlover said:
How bout 70% GPU load at 65 Celsius? At what temp should I get worried?


~80 celcius is when you may want to rethink about wire management and fan air circulation
Graphics card Master

You can download HMonitor.It lists everything in your system that can report a temp.

http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/hwmonitor.html

Download is on the right side of the page.

Yah those are some really good temps.Espically in an OEM case.The IceQ X is a great cooler.I doubt you'll go above 72c.If the temps rise in a couple months just make sure to clean it because dust can really choke a fan.
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