Is a GTX 560 Ti Enough fro 720p gaming?

[mac981]

Looking to upgrade my current 7750 because games like Witcher 2 and Crysis are unplayable at the highest settings at 720p. My question is the 560 Ti enough for 720p gaming and get 60 FPS Consistent in ALL Games? I'm willing to turn down AA a little bit but 60 FPS is a Necessity IMO.

 

[master_chen]

I didn't realize my 1000w PSU that's been great for 3+ years is so bad...

We were talking about "low/mid power segment" PSUs ITT (which are everything that's 750W-~ range, NOT 750W+~). And in that particular segment CM (and many other manufacturers) really sucks balls, by the most part.

 

[geofelt]

You said you have a corsair cx500, if so, it will do the job, at least from a power capacity point of view.
If you meant you have one on your purchase list, it is a decent psu that will do the job but,
If you want better quality, it may or may not cost you more.
Do some shopping.
Here is one tiered psu list that might help you decide:
http://www.eggxpert.com/forums/thread/323050.aspx

 

[master_chen]

Here is one PSU tier list that might help you decide:
http://www.eggxpert.com/forums/thread/323050.aspx

Not bad. Actually not bad. I might even print that (after a couple of edits here and there) and hang it on a wall in my lab's testing room.

 

[mac981]

So is the CX 500 good enough? I will spring for the extra if it will be that much better.

 

[Deemo13]

Well the CX600 shouldnt be that much more. If you go for that, when you upgrade your stuff in the future, you can just carry that over to your new computer and you woulnd't have to worry about power if you upgrade to a better power supply.

 

[master_chen]

I will spring for the extra if it will be that much better.

Then get TX (or maybe even HX, you won't be disappointed in both cases), really.
That's my final word on it.
Look at the link that I gave you above and decide for yourself.

 

[Deemo13]

At the price of that TX, I would recommend the Antec Earthwatts, which is a bit cheaper and has alot of power:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371044

They make an 500W version that is cheaper than the 650W Earthwatts.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371035

The Antec NEO ECO 520W is also a good choice:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371030

 

[mac981]

Is the earth watts as reliable?

Also am just considering throwing a 660 ti instead.

 

[Deemo13]

Earthwatts is a very good line. Very reliable and good quality. I use them and Corsair in most of my builds.

 

[mac981]

Do you think the CX 500 would be enough for a 560 Ti? The reviews are decent but the One Poster is making me reconsider. I already decided to get a $200 PNY GTX 560 Ti

 

[mac981]

GOD Damn it, They Just Jacked the Price up of the 560 ti to $250, no point in getting that anymore.

 

[Deemo13]

It looks the same for me:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814133381

And the CX500 should be enough, but if you want to be safe you can get one that is a step up.

 

[mac981]

no it's $250 as soon as I click it.

 

[Sunius]

this one is $209 and it's very fast:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814500196

 

[mac981]

Anyone know how a 7850 fairs against a 560 ti? Found a 7850 for $230. Seems pretty good.

 

[master_chen]

Anyone know how a 7850 fairs against a 560 ti?

560Ti would be a much better choice (if it's a "True 448 Cores" version, that is).

About "Earth Watts": It's quite good. I'd recommend taking 550W "Earth Watts" (not 500W) Platinum http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371055 .

 

[Sunius]

Anyone know how a 7850 fairs against a 560 ti? Found a 7850 for $230. Seems pretty good.

At resolution just a little bit bigger than 720p:

 

[mac981]

Alright, Decided I'm going to get a 7850 or a 660 Ti(Want BL 2 so the Card Comes to $260). My system is pretty small and only has 1 extra fan(Excluding PSU and what not), would it be a better idea to get the 7850, or could I comfortably have a 660 ti? Ordering in a few hours so some last minute responses would be helpful!

 

[Sunius]

GTX 660 Ti is much faster!

 

[mac981]

The concern is the heat output of the 660 though... I think I'll be fine but just something on the back of my mind.

 

[Sunius]

GTX 660 Ti has a much lesser TDP than GTX 560 Ti. It's not a hot card at all.

 

[mac981]

Alright one Final Thing Before I pull the trigger, I have the motherboard below and it looks like the 660 Ti might hit the two things circled, does this typically ever happen or does the fan go right over it? Also it's an mATX, and I'm getting a fully new build soon but might as well get the GPU/PSU now for somewhat better performance. Plus, an i3 isn't a too bad of a combo with the 660 Ti

Thanks for Everyone's Help! If this isn't a setup that'll work, I'll go for the 560 Ti since newegg just dropped the price by $30.

 

[geofelt]

Alright one Final Thing Before I pull the trigger, I have the motherboard below and it looks like the 660 Ti might hit the two things circled, does this typically ever happen or does the fan go right over it? Also it's an mATX, and I'm getting a fully new build soon but might as well get the GPU/PSU now for somewhat better performance. Plus, an i3 isn't a too bad of a combo with the 660 Ti

http://i1071.photobucket.com/albums/u508/mac981/dff95bbf.jpg

Thanks for Everyone's Help! If this isn't a setup that'll work, I'll go for the 560 Ti since newegg just dropped the price by $30.

You will have no problem if you install the ram first. The tabs get pushed down to lock in the ram stick. Some motherboards do not have a latch there for exactly that clearance reason.

 

[Deemo13]

I don't think you will have a problem installing either card.

 

[Sunius]

You'll be fine .