Ok, I'm looking for an explaination here.
I have a Gateway PC with an i3 2120 processor and a 300W LiteOn PS-6301-08a psu that came with it, and an integrated video card.
I also have an HD 5570 video card (1GB, DDR3) (the sapphire version).
Here's my question: the sapphire and amd websites both say that the 5570 "requires 400W+ psu". However, in nearly every thread I've come across on this subject
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/339263-33-best-graphics-card-300w-power-supply
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/331101-33-best-video-card-300w-power-supply
People suggest the HD 5670, which has very similar specs (and the same "400W+ requirement" on the amd website).
Can someone explain the discrepancy? Will I be okay using my 5570 with my system without upgrading the PSU?
Thanks!
I have a Gateway PC with an i3 2120 processor and a 300W LiteOn PS-6301-08a psu that came with it, and an integrated video card.
I also have an HD 5570 video card (1GB, DDR3) (the sapphire version).
Here's my question: the sapphire and amd websites both say that the 5570 "requires 400W+ psu". However, in nearly every thread I've come across on this subject
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/339263-33-best-graphics-card-300w-power-supply
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/331101-33-best-video-card-300w-power-supply
People suggest the HD 5670, which has very similar specs (and the same "400W+ requirement" on the amd website).
Can someone explain the discrepancy? Will I be okay using my 5570 with my system without upgrading the PSU?
Thanks!