GTX 680

[cesar1286]

Hello,
Could I use the GTX 680 to replace my GTX 560 TI
I have the P67-UD4 Motherboard ---> I read that the new 680 Used PCI-e 16 3.0 & the all other cards 2.0 so the question is!!! Can I still use this new 680 card on my motherboard? or I would need to get a new gen motherboard coming up??
Thank you,
Cesar M

 

[PMentior]

PCI-e 3.0 is fully backwards compatible with older versions. I have a GTX680 and use it with an 2.0 just fine. Besides PCI-e 3.0 support isn't really out until the Ivy Bridge chips come out.

 

[FtsArTek]

PCI-e 3.0 is fully backwards compatible with older versions. I have a GTX680 and use it with an 2.0 just fine. Besides PCI-e 3.0 support isn't really out until the Ivy Bridge chips come out.

Technically it is supported, but that's down to the chipset. But nothing yet will even use full bandwidth of 2.0 so 3.0 is kinda useless at least so far. And yes a 680 will run perfectly. Have fun with it.

 

[coozie7]

No probs with the MB or PCI-E slot, the new card wil run just fine.
BUT, bear in mind a GTX680 draws more power than a 560 and is quite long, so check your powersupply is up to the job and there is enough space in your case to fit it!
How I envy you, I'm stuck with a paltry HD6950

 

[cesar1286]

I have a 850W power suppy & a full tower case with plenty of room & fans
but damn 500 I will sell my 560 ti gold edition first n then get the 680
Thank you for ur info

 

[cesar1286]

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