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02-17-2009, 05:36 PM
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Super Techie Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 361
|  Best video card that doesn't require extra power?
Hey guys I might have to get a new video, but I don't have a great PSU since I bought this computer pre built.
I'm using a 8600 GT and I'm hoping to get something a bit better that doesn't need the extra pin connecter.
I play Warcraft 3, Condemned, Neverwinter Nights 2, All the Unreal games, CS:S, and CoD 4
Can anyone help me out? | 
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02-17-2009, 06:42 PM
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Monster Techie Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 1,791
| Re: Best video card that doesn't require extra power?
An hd 4670 or nvidia equivalent will probably be your best bet.
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02-17-2009, 06:58 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 19,828
| Re: Best video card that doesn't require extra power?
HD 4670 is probably the best bet... nVidia's best card that doesn't require a power connector is the one you currently have  | |
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02-17-2009, 07:02 PM
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Hmm would it be best to just get a new PSU?
I'm sure I can wait till I get some more money come spring...
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02-17-2009, 07:24 PM
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True Techie Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: N Ohio Posts: 196
| Re: Best video card that doesn't require extra power?
It will lead to more connectors and more connectors must be used and then a high end
Video card, heck SLI or X-fire... and then you'll want more Ram and then "man i need a new mobo.. i might as well build" etc etc then be sitting there shaking your head going "How the heck did i spend 1500.00" don't ask me how i know. (reading my newegg statement)
it all starts with ...
Hmm would it be best to just get a new PSU?
I'm sure I can wait till I get some more money come spring... 
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02-17-2009, 08:34 PM
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Monster Techie Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 1,791
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People underestimate the power of the hd 4670, it really is an outstanding card for its respective area.
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02-17-2009, 08:37 PM
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| Re: Best video card that doesn't require extra power?
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Originally Posted by aaronkupen  People underestimate the power of the hd 4670, it really is an outstanding card for its respective area. | Seriously man..
That card = a 9600GSO (well the not crippled 512MB version)
and it requires no freaking power connector, consumes less power, ideal for people with Dell's who want upgrade power! | |
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02-17-2009, 08:38 PM
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Monster Techie Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 1,791
| Re: Best video card that doesn't require extra power?
I'm digging the avatar BTW.
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02-17-2009, 11:07 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The South Posts: 19,986
| Re: Best video card that doesn't require extra power?
8600GT = 300 Watts. The 4670 takes 400, the 4830 takes 450.
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02-18-2009, 02:51 AM
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Super Techie Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 361
| Re: Best video card that doesn't require extra power?
Acer's website says the build closest to mine has a 250 watt PSU?
Wouldn't I not be able to run this card?
Guess maybe I should get a new psu and card? | |
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