r7 260x on old system

szryxl

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I bought my system in 2007 now I want to change my GPU. Can my psu handle my new card? My system specs are:
Intel e6650 cpu
ati 2600xt gpu
350 watts psu
 
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It isn't just the wattage that's marginal. The PSU quality will be marginal too.

I wouldn't OC a CPU unless I had a custom cooler on it. If you don't do these things properly, you'll end up with problems. Even with OC, the CPU will only be a smidgeon better than at stock speeds. And you'll get overheating problems on top of it.

Just try it and keep an eye on how it runs.
It isn't just the wattage that's marginal. The PSU quality will be marginal too.

I wouldn't OC a CPU unless I had a custom cooler on it. If you don't do these things properly, you'll end up with problems. Even with OC, the CPU will only be a smidgeon better than at stock speeds. And you'll get overheating problems on top of it.

Just try it and keep an eye on how it runs.
 
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