Can I Upgrade to a GTX 1060?

[FangoMango]

Hi I am wanting to upgrade my graphics card to this graphics card
https://m.newegg.com/product/index?itemnumber=N82E16814127963

Here's my specs
Cpu i5 6400
Gpu R7 250
Mobo B150M Pro-D
Psu 400 watt
Case Nzxt Source 220

So here's my questions
Will it bottleneck my cpu
Do I need to upgrade psu
Will it fit in my case
Is it compatible with my mobo

 

[Math Geek]

what specific power supply do you have. it may or may not work depending on that. the cpu will pair fine with it. don't worry about bottlenecks and all that stuff.

just be sure the power supply can handle it. but need ot know the model you have so can check for what it can do

here is a list of card models for 1060's that includes power needs and dimensions to help narrow down what will work for you. http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-3047729/nvidia-geforce-gtx-1000-series-megathread-faq-resources.html#17902600

if you can't do an 8-pin model there are plenty of 6-pin models out there to pick from.

 

[geofelt]

Your cpu is fine for virtually any game.

That particular card is a highly overclocked version that needs 8 pin power.
If your 400w psu is of excellent quality, and has an 8 pin or a 6+2 pin power lead, then it can work.
I am doubtful you have one, and using molex or other adapters will not work.
Moreover, it may well overload a cheap psu and damage anything it is connected to if it fails under load.

It will fit in your case.

It is compatible with your motherboard.

 

[FangoMango]

How can I check what power supply I have?

 

[geofelt]

How can I check what power supply I have?

Here is a good guide.
http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page362.htm

Also, here is a guide to psu quality, you want tier 1 or 2
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html

 

[FangoMango]

Ok I found out the psu I have it's a Atx 400w switching power supply model sl f400 and I know it's not 8pin so if I get a 8pin psu Will it work with the motherboard

 

[geofelt]

It appears that your psu is an apex sf400 with a 6 pin pcie connector.

First of all, it is a cheap tier 5 psu which is dangerous and should be replaced immediately.
DO not try to use a molex to 8 pin adapter.
If the psu fails under load, it can destroy anything it is connected to.
I might suggest Seasonic 520w like this:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151094

 

[Math Geek]

would definitely not try an adapter on such a low quality psu. i don't suggest them anyway but most certainly not on this type of psu.

get a 1060 with only a 6-pin requirement or get a new psu. we can offer suggestions if you wish. should not be any issue adding a new psu to your system. it'll work with the mobo and other parts already there.