PC upgrade. Compatibility

[Guest]

Hello, i'm looking to upgrade my GPU with the GeForce GTX 460 1gb version (http://www.novatech.co.uk/novatech/...diaGTX460FermiSeries/Novatech/NOV-GTX461.html)

I am currently using a 405W psu from Jeantech, im looking to get the coolermaster GX 750W Power Supply (http://www.novatech.co.uk/novatech/prods/Components/PowerSupplies/Coolermaster/RS750-ACAAE3-UK.html)

I just want to know if this is compatible with what i have;

X38-DS4 Motherboard from gigabyte (http://www.lanthrax.com/news_details.asp?NewsID=01268)
Crucial Ballistix Ram 4GB 800mhz (http://www.novatech.co.uk/novatech/...op/DDR2-PC2-6400/800MHz/BL2KIT25664AA80A.html)
17" LCD VGA monitor (1024x768)
150GB Hard drive
Q6600 Quad Core Processor 2.40GHz

 

[Motopsychojdn]

I'd put some money into a new monitor with higher res first to be honest man, the card wont help you massively at the moment imo sorry
Moto

 

[MadAdmiral]

First, just let me say that buying a unit from Coolermaster isn't a great idea. They're lower quality units. Stick to ones from Corsair, SeaSonic. XFX, Silverstone and Antec.

Other than that, it looks like it would be compatible. I would say you should probably start planning a new build, as that's some old tech.

 

[Guest]

I'd put some money into a new monitor with higher res first to be honest man, the card wont help you massively at the moment imo sorry
Moto

Only reason im upgrading is because my current card is dead.

First, just let me say that buying a unit from Coolermaster isn't a great idea. They're lower quality units. Stick to ones from Corsair, SeaSonic. XFX, Silverstone and Antec.

Other than that, it looks like it would be compatible. I would say you should probably start planning a new build, as that's some old tech.

I'll look into the price range of those brands, dont want to spend too much, thanks for the advice.

 

[Motopsychojdn]

aah, ok, I didnt realise that sorry
you should be fine with your intended line up, but bear in mind the card wont perform too well until you get a higher res monitor,
good luck with it man,
Moto

 

[Guest]

Guys, im not sure what card to get, Gtx 460 or Gtx 465, the 465 is only £6 more, but ive heard that the 460 is better in some ways.

 

[MadAdmiral]

The 460 is really considered the only new nVidia card worth buying. Check some benchmarks and reviews though. If you think the difference is worth the price increase, then go the 465.