Best GPU compatible with Corsair 430W PSU ($50-$100 budget)

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Here's my system:

* Corsair CMPSU-430CX CX Series 430-watt Power Supply
* Intel Core i5 Processor i5-2500K 3.3GHz 6MB
* MSI H61M-E23 (B3) Intel H61 Micro ATX DDR3 1333 Motherboard
* Crucial 4GB 2GBx2 240-pin PC3-10600 DIMM DDR3

My monitor supports up to 1280x1024 resolution (old sony flat panel). I can't afford to upgrade my monitor at the moment, but I know it's dated. Any new graphics card I purchase must have DVI support.

Right now I'm using integrated intel HD 3000 graphics family. It's actually surprisingly good for what it is, but I want to be able to play modern games without framerate issues. I don't care if I have to play them on lower(est) settings.

The only problem is that I don't have much budget. Basically, I'm looking for a decent upgrade at the lowest possible price point available. Something in the $50-$100 range (if cheaper than that, even better). Does anybody have any suggestions? I want to be able to run any Xbox 360 or PS3 console port (don't mind low settings) without ANY framerate issues. What card do you suggest?

Amazon would be my preferred site to purchase from. I plan to purchase as soon as possible, but definitely would wait a few weeks for the right bargain.

Thank you very much. This community has been successfully guiding my hardware purchase decisions going back to late 90s/early 2000s. Thank you.
 
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Your PSU is pretty good. Even so while you could go with a 4890 I probably wouldn't. For your budget I say go with a 6750

DIAMOND 6750PE51GSB Radeon HD 6750
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814103190

If you wanted to go with something a little cheaper or a little lower power you could step down to a 6670 but it is significantly slower and it's worth it to spend the extra $10 on the 6750.

HIS H667F1GD Radeon HD 6670
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814161375
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Here.. check this out:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sapphire-ATI-Radeon-HD-4890-1-GB-GDDR5-PCIe-video-card-/150673350897?pt=PCC_Video_TV_Cards&hash=item2314d4e0f1#ht_500wt_1156

Here's more to check out:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trkparms=65%253A12%257C66%253A2%257C39%253A1%257C72%253A5559&rt=nc&_nkw=radeon+4890&_dmpt=PCC_Video_TV_Cards&_sticky=1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_sop=15&_sc=1

It's a DX10 only card... but it's still a beast. I actually sold my Radeon 4890 for $70 because I'm looking to upgrade to a GTX 570. I could play BF3 beta on the max settings with full anti-aliasing at 1440x900 and I got close to playable frame rates.

This card can even handle Crysis 2 at lower resolutions:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pR2ByKY_PKs
 
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Yep.. sounds good. It's clocked at 850 or 900 Mhz?

To be honest, in that price range I don't think you will find anything comparable.

4890 is the best single gpu radeon card from a few generations back. Only drawback is no DX11.

See if he will take $70 for it.
 
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I will have to ask him what it's clocked at... his ad reads as follows:

TITLE: ATI Radeon 4890 1GB - $80 (Gardena)

For sale is a used HIS ATI Radeon 4890 1GB. Used from May 2009 to June 2011 and in great working condition! Never overclocked or modded.

I upgraded so I'm selling.
 
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thanks for the link -- that looks really good -- i'm definitely going to see if the craigslist guy will go down to $60ish and bid on this card if nothing better comes along. I really appreciate your help -- how can i leave you reps/credit?
 
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Hm...no, sorry, forgot about that.

Radeon 4890 requires a 500 Watt or greater power supply with two 75W 6-pin PCI Express® power connectors recommended (600 Watt and four 6-pin connectors for ATI CrossFireX™ technology in dual mode)

Should be able to get one for about $20-30. Still, I'd look for at least a 600 watt PSU.
 
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Well, I thought you said your budget was $50-$100? The Radeon can be bought for close to $60 and a PSU for $20.

I don't really have any other recommendations because I can't think of any other cards that are even close to as good or in your price range. You could find a GTX 460 used for close to $100.

Maybe somebody else could help.
 
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That Radeon will likely close at $80ish shipped ... then you add the PSU (600 W or greater and you're looking at something well over my budget). I have to keep this 430 W PSU ... and I'd like to stay as close to $50 as possible.
 
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A psu for 20 dollar is rubbish, only suiteble for a cigarette lighter.

With shipping and rma, 65 dollar ; http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150542, it will run on 430W.
 
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Radeon 6670 is pretty much a joke card in comparison to the 4890. As long as you're not expecting to upgrade in the future.

http://www.hwcompare.com/10896/radeon-hd-4890-1gb-vs-radeon-hd-6670-oem-1gb/



You can bid on something cheap like this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sapphire-ATI-Radeon-HD-4890-1-GB-GDDR5-PCIe-video-card-/150673350897?pt=PCC_Video_TV_Cards&hash=item2314d4e0f1#ht_500wt_1156



...and get a 550-600 watt PSU that will do the job:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817159079



But I mean, it's your choice. Buy a relatively weak video card that works with your existing PSU or spend a little bit more, closer to $100, and get a beast that will last you a good while. I guess it depends on whether or not you're willing to pay closer to the high end of your budget for superior technology.
 
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I would agree. I was about ready to buy the 6770 because it work for my psu. But i went ahead and bought a new psu and went with the 6850. And i've been gaming 1080p pretty happily. :bounce:
 
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Yeah, I mean, I was maxing out games like Crysis at 1440x900 with natural mod with my 4890... and even BF3 with a few tweaks to make it more playable.

For $100 or less, I personally think buying a second hand card in good condition is your best option, but that's just my opinion.
 
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How do you figure that one is better ? Because it's black ? Because it's modular ?
They slapped a couple more sata connectors on it and gave it a 5 year warranty, maybe that's it.
It's specs are exactly the same as the last pos you linked to.
 
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