Help me on choosing a new GPU - Hardware & Software

Hello Facepunch, I need your help on finding a new GPU to replace my old, but trusty 8600GT. I have a few requests 'tho: 1. It must be under 100€ (note €). 2. I don't have the money for a new PSU so it should run on my 400W PSU (it's not much, but it's all I have atm). 3. It should be powerful enough to run new games on medium-high such as Mafia 2 which I'm planning to buy if I find a new GPU. I have no idea if there even is a GPU like that, but I'm hopeful none the less. :smile:

What brand is the PSU?

[QUOTE=thf;24216228]What brand is the PSU?[/QUOTE] I think it's an ATX. And also I have no idea about these things so I probably post some pretty retarded stuff. :v:

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GT240 can run Metro 2033 med-high (not very high) and it's pretty cheap

[QUOTE=Yur|ko;24216298]I think it's an ATX. And also I have no idea about these things so I probably post some pretty retarded stuff. :v:[/QUOTE] What I meant is the company that manufactured the PSU, should say it on some sticker or something on the PSU

Do you have at least a dual core CPU? What resolution do you game at?

[QUOTE=Ericsson;24216350]GT240 can run Metro 2033 med-high (not very high) and it's pretty cheap[/QUOTE] Seems like a good option. [QUOTE=thf;24216360]What I meant is the company that manufactured the PSU, should say it on some sticker or something on the PSU[/QUOTE] It says Allied. [QUOTE=cecilbdemodded;24216871]Do you have at least a dual core CPU? What resolution do you game at?[/QUOTE] I have an AMD Anthlon 2.7GHz dual core processor and sadly I am forced to use a 1024x768 resolution most of the time, because otherwise the game is unplayable.

I think you missed my point on the resolution question. What are looking to be able to use with a new videocard? Are you planning to stay at 1024x768 or are you looking to increase that?

[QUOTE=Ericsson;24216350]GT240 can run Metro 2033 med-high (not very high) and it's pretty cheap[/QUOTE] Hurr [editline]12:02AM[/editline] What is your maximal screen resolution, OP? [editline]12:05AM[/editline] Because I can only see the HD 4850 for your need [editline]12:05AM[/editline] And yeah the PSU seems to be a bit suspicious. I don't trust this thing.

[QUOTE=ADT;24219752]Hurr[/QUOTE] Well, 1280x1024 high around 30-40fps

[QUOTE=Ericsson;24226682]Well, 1280x1024 high around 30-40fps[/QUOTE] uhh

[QUOTE=cecilbdemodded;24219723]I think you missed my point on the resolution question. What are looking to be able to use with a new videocard? Are you planning to stay at 1024x768 or are you looking to increase that?[/QUOTE] If possible increase it. [QUOTE=ADT;24219752] What is your maximal screen resolution, OP? [/QUOTE] It's 1920x1080.

HD 4850 can help a bit, but for your maximal screen resolution, it's the HD4890/GTX 460/5850/GTX 470 that you really need. [editline]11:03AM[/editline] You have to save up more money sadly.

Yeah GTX460, but I'm not sure his PSU will handle it

Yeah the PSU seems to be a real piece of shit. I had problems with bad PSU before (like crashes, freezing often during gameplay, etc...), so you can't neglige this kind of component easily.

[QUOTE=ADT;24232024]HD 4850 can help a bit, but for your maximal screen resolution, it's the HD4890/GTX 460/5850/GTX 470 that you really need. [editline]11:03AM[/editline] You have to save up more money sadly.[/QUOTE] Well let's say I went with the HD4850. Would my PSU handle that?

Technically yes, but like I said above your post, and it could kill your new graphic card (and others components) without warning. You must get an OCZ / Antec/ Corsair PSU before choosing on a graphic card (or any other components).

Enermax, makes good PSU's too :colbert:

Yep, they are good but are expensive like Seasonic generally.

What's up with the disagrees? Sure they're expensive, but they're quality, too.

[QUOTE=ADT;24237482]Technically yes, but like I said above your post, and it could kill your new graphic card (and others components) without warning. You must get an OCZ / Antec/ Corsair PSU before choosing on a graphic card (or any other components).[/QUOTE] Oh well. Guess I'll just have to save up more money for a new PSU + graphics card. Thanks for the replies everyone.

[QUOTE=Yur|ko;24237799]Oh well. Guess I'll just have to save up more money for a new PSU + graphics card. Thanks for the replies everyone.[/QUOTE] Link to it?

[QUOTE=thf;24237839]Link to it?[/QUOTE] [url]http://www.tietokonekauppa.fi/tuotetiedot.php?koodi=21983[/url] Site's in Finnish but the description isn't so I don't think you'll be confused.

I think that power supply will manage it

[QUOTE=GoDong-DK;24237544]Enermax, makes good PSU's too :colbert:[/QUOTE] lol disagrees

Tigerdirect has a 9800GT for 50 USD, only needs a 350W PSU. (like fuck if i know how to convert USD to €) This card is originally 110 USD, so get it while it lasts. [url]http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5639258&csid=ITD&body=MAIN#detailspecs[/url]