Looking to upgrade my Graphics card, but need help

[Stomp09]

Hi all.

I currently have a ATI HD 6670 2gb, and I'm looking to upgrade for christmas. However, I'm having a bit of trouble with finding out whether or not my PC can power it.

I have a AMD FX-4170 which is overclocked at 4.0Ghz (maybe 4.4Ghz).

I'm looking to get a PowerColor HD 6870 1GB GDDR5 Dual DVI Dual Mini DisplayPort HDMI PCI-E Graphics Card

If you guys could help me out on whether or not my PC could power it, I'd really appreciate it.

Thank you in advance.

 

[mace200200]

6870's, were once a great card but now that the 7850's are so cheap they're not worth it. That being said, go with a 7850, or a 7870.

 

[combine1237]

Yeah, I don't know if you can hold out longer, but the 8000 series will be here in March, most likely causing another price drop. Otherwise a 7870/7850 is a great choice. Post your specs and it should help clarify if you need a new psu or not.

 

[Stomp09]

Okay, so lets say we go for the 7850.

My Specs are:
AMD FX-4170 (OC to 4.0Ghz or 4.4Ghz)
AMD HD6670 (2GB)
8GB ram
I'm not sure what PSU i have :S, but on the back all it says is "AC 230V" I think it may be 500W but really not sure 🙁

Thanks for the replies so far guys

 

[Orlean]

I also concur that a 7850 is the logical choice for an extra 40 euro (150 euro) or even a 7870 if you can stretch your budget out to around $200 euro's but it all depends on what kinda power supply you have now.


Sapphire 7850
http://www.ebuyer.com/390921-sapphire-hd-7850-oc-2gb-dual-dvi-hdmi-displayport-pci-e-graphics-card-11200-14-20g

6670 1GB model v 7850
http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/613?vs=549

6870 v 7850
http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/540?vs=549

 

[Stomp09]

How would I go about finding out what PSU I have?

 

[mace200200]

Just check the top and the sides of the PSU for a sticker, it'll tell you the amps, volts, model, everything.

 

[Stomp09]

Okay, I'll check it out tomorrow, I have to get some sleep

Thanks for the help so far guys I really do appreciate it.

 

[Orlean]

When you get around to finding the label and it's a no name meaning it's a budget unit, I highly recommend buying a good quality PSU. Wattage doesn't really matter you could have a 1000watt PSU but if it's made cheaply it will not output anywhere near that stated amount and most likely cause problems (Blue screens, freezing etc) and or damage parts.

 

[Stomp09]

Okay, We'll I've had a look at my PSU (Not much of a look though, could barely see anything lol). And its a 500W. any ideas?

 

[milkshakez7z]

Okay, We'll I've had a look at my PSU (Not much of a look though, could barely see anything lol). And its a 500W. any ideas?

Please check a little more and see if its got a brand listed somewhere.

 

[Stomp09]

I couldn't see any brand name. However, I'm pretty sure it only have one lead for pci-e maybe i'm wrong. But is there cheap PSU's which could do the job?, I don't mind getting a new one aswell as its not too much (say £30 or below).

Thanks.

 

[Stomp09]

Sorry to bump, but has anyone got any ideas?

 

[Mousemonkey]

Don't...

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