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Adman100   04-04-2009 at 08:58:42 PM

I have a basic Dell Inspiron 530 and I would like to upgrade and put in a graphics card with no less than 512 MB and 256 bit. Everything that I've read for PSU recommendation on graphics cards is 450 watts or larger. What is a good power supply and graphics card combination that I should look at that is compatible with the Dell Inspiron 530? I have a price range of about $350.

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crazyguy_60   04-05-2009 at 04:00:06 PM
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If you can stretch to $360, then get an HD 4890:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] air%20650W

And for the power supply:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] air%20650W

I'm assuming your processor isn't a pile of poo.

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crazyguy_60   04-05-2009 at 04:02:50 PM
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Just had a look at the Insprion 520, the processor is an Intel Core 2 Duo E6320, this may bottleneck the GPU slightly. If you don't want to take a gamble, an HD 4870 is perfect.

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AKM880   04-25-2009 at 09:36:06 PM
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Welcome Adman100, what are your full PC specifications or are they the stock ones,

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