Hello, I'm trying to plan out my first PC build and have never purchased a GPU b4. I dont know what the deciding factors or requirements are. I'm sure this type of question comes up daily, but it seems pointless referencing other threads when cards are outdated in 3 months lol. That and my particular build isnt so average.
What I got in mind is a HTPC, but haven't decided on a case. I'd like a mATX if I can find a board with all the features I want. I've been eyeing the silverstone GD04 but it only fits a 125x280mm card. The CPU will be an I5 2500K OC'd to 4.2 w/ big shuriken cooler. The TV will be a 37-40" 120hz 1080p LCD.
I want a card thats somewhat future proofed for 5-6yrs and efficient (heat/power) I dont want a card that requires a 650+ PSU if possible. I've been a council gamer all my life, the games I play probably aren't that demanding MW3/BF3/ghost recon/MGS4 etc. Theres probably alot of PC exclusives that are much more demanding that I'd like to play at max. Budget is $500 but cheaper is better.
What I got in mind is a HTPC, but haven't decided on a case. I'd like a mATX if I can find a board with all the features I want. I've been eyeing the silverstone GD04 but it only fits a 125x280mm card. The CPU will be an I5 2500K OC'd to 4.2 w/ big shuriken cooler. The TV will be a 37-40" 120hz 1080p LCD.
I want a card thats somewhat future proofed for 5-6yrs and efficient (heat/power) I dont want a card that requires a 650+ PSU if possible. I've been a council gamer all my life, the games I play probably aren't that demanding MW3/BF3/ghost recon/MGS4 etc. Theres probably alot of PC exclusives that are much more demanding that I'd like to play at max. Budget is $500 but cheaper is better.