Repleacing a Graphics Card (AMD Radeon HD 7570)

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Hello, I have a pre-made computer from HP called the HP ENVY h8-1455 and I'm looking to
replace the graphics card. It has an HD7570 and i want to replace it with something like an Nvidia 1060 either a 3 gig or a 6 gig one. I'm wondering If it would fit my PC case and if it is compatable with my overall computer.

Here is the site specs for my pc. https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c03517384

Curiously enough one thing i noticed that was off from the site specs was that the mobo
shows a blue IPMMB-FM (Formosa), but when I look into my computer and directly look at the mobo, it looks like a green M3970AM-HP (Angelica2) I'm not sure if this would effect anything.
Dunno if there are different color variations of the same mobo but its a diff color from whats shown on the site.

Im for sure going to need to upgrade the power supplly as well so if I could get some help choosing that one out that would fit my computer that would greatly be appreciated.

And If an Nvidia 1060 isn't compatible with my overall computer could I get some suggestions on what I could go for instead?
 

well then u can consider on these babies :) (for GTX: galax / zotac should be the cheapest) (for RX: sapphire/XFX is good price/performance)
GTX 1050 TI
RX 470
GTX 1060 3GB (200$ is the minimum price so u should reconsider)
based on the MSRP these graphic card should be within your budget, however, the price may vary on your place, though u can always wait for a rebate / sale :D
 
Ok then, I don't see any reason your computer wouldn't be compatible with a GTX 1060, at worst a BIOS update may be required, but probably not. Your i7 will easily handle a 1060. As for it fitting in the case, it's only going to be the length of the card that could be an issue. The best thing to do is measure how longer card would fit in and buy one that's shorter than that.

As for your PSU, long term it would be a good idea to get a better unit, but HP normally use OK units and 460w is actually more than enough.
 

Mrfox

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Would the size of the Seasonic S12II fit my computers case?
 
Yes, your current PSU says it's an ATX, which is standard size, so a Seasonic will fit perfectly.

 


here's the PSU's dimension: 150 mm (W) x 140 mm (L) x 86 mm (H)
since i don't know your casing's dimension, i can't say for sure
 

Mrfox

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Ah Ok my current PSU's dimension are the same
 

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Ah I see, so just to confirm. with the exception of size (I'll be looking at that soon) would this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KUCL25Y/ref=twister_B01LAYSXYE?_encoding=UTF8&th=1 work fine on my pc? And if the size is too big what recommendation would you give for a similar price range and power?
 




With an i7 it will work just fine. If the size is too big, try a different brand, sometimes different brand have different size. But it should fit, since ur case seems pretty big
 

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My computers size is
Width 6.9 in
Depth 16.2 in
Height 16.3 in

My current graphics card's size is 5 x 8 x 3 inches

That MSI 1060 3 gig is 9.6 x 4.5 x 1.5 inches its quite the diference. But on terms of the numbers What do u think?
 

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Lol thanks, Now I have to completely finalize the measurements by looking exactly at the location its placed and if it would fit according to its install position. Or er is that necessary?
 


the size won't be the problem now, it's the weight that im now worrying, hope your mobo can sustain it, or get some
VGA holder just in case
https://www.amazon.com/MasterAccessory-Universal-VGA-Holder-MCA-0005-KUH00/dp/B01IQCBKOI
 

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What is that? And where would I put it?
 


Just measure the length, other than that it should be fine even if it's a little bigger than ur old graphic card
 
I really don't think it's needed. What it does is hold the far end of the card to stop it drooping over time.....which can happen to heavy cards, especially if they don't have a back plate. That 1060 you're looking at isn't all that heavy, so I don't think you need to worry about this.