Optiplex 9010 mini tower with 500w PSU

[jemikenewman]

What is the best GPU that would work with this machine assuming that it will fit. Thank you

 

[clutchc]

It really depends on the exact 500W PSU that you have in the PC. Some cheap ones are over-rated and barely more than a 300W. Can you provide the make/model of your PSU?

But if the PSU is good quality with a strong +12V rail, the GTX 1060 6GB or RX-570 would be fine. The RX-580 if the +12v rail specs are really good.

 

[imsqam]

First, here is the tech guide
http://i.dell.com/sites/doccontent/shared-content/data-sheets/en/Documents/OptiPlex_9010_Technical_Guidebook.pdf

System originally shipped with a 275W PSU so you must have an aftermarket model.

Tech guide indicates that full height cards are supported with dimensions that meet those listed for the PCI-e x16 slot on page 19. Slot provides a full 75W. Higher wattage cards would need the appropriate PCI-e power connector from the PSU.

The one thing you don't state is what CPU you have, this model shipped with anywhere from a G630 to an i7-3770. No use in getting a good GPU if your CPU won't support.