Is this new video card compatible with my system? can i replace?

Question

I currently have this system --> video http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=1770723&sku=V133-6120

If I purchase this video card-->>http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2479479&Tab=2&NoMapp=0 is it compatible to replace the one ot came with? Thanks
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current video card-->nVidia 7300 GS 512MB Video Card
- 512MB of DDRIII Memory
- 256-Bit PCI
-e x16 Interface
- Blazing Speed for Hungry Power Users
- Breathtaking Gaming & Video Playback


One I want to get--->
PNY GeForce 7950 GT / 512MB GDDR3 / SLI / PCI Express / Dual DVI / HDTV / Video Card

hey thanks for answer on my detailed specs it said my cpu has dual core processor support does this mean it has enough ports for this video card? If u can can u look up my system on this link and tell me if i have enough ports i couldnt see if i did?

Answer 1

Yeapers, it is most definatly compatible!

Your CPU has nothing to do with whether your videocard is compatible or not
it is like it's own separate CPU
more commonly known as the GPU (graphics processing unit)

your motherboard uses PCI Express x16 as a videocard slot
and that is exactly what the 7950GT uses

there should be no bottlenecking between your 7950GT and your 3.4ghz P4 dualcore processor
oh, just to let you know
the dual core will not help you a bit in gaming

you have enough ports anotherwords

Answer 2

They are perfectly compatible. Asides from having been a computer tech for the past 12 years, I recently replaced that same low-end GeForce 7300 in my wife's Hewlitt-Packard with that same GeForce 7950GT. You will notice an amazing increase in both video quality and speed in any game currently out after switching from the 7300 to the 7950GT. You won't regret it.

However, we went with BFGTech (instead of PNY) from http://www.NewEgg.com because BFGTech was $40 cheaper, has better cooling, has faster core and memory speeds, and has a 100% unconditional lifetime guarantee. From past experience, replacing a PNY card through the manufacturer is like pulling teeth.

BTW, ignore the comment above about bottlenecks. With a 3.4GHz dual core Pentium D, if there are any bottlenecks (which is highly unlikely given your specs), it wouldn't be noticeable whatsoever. As for the power supply, you already have a quality 450W power supply. More than enough for the 7950GT. I guess he didn't bother to read your system specs.

Answer 3

Yes it should be compatible as the motherboard you have has PCI Express slots. The only worry is when you have an older motherboard which only supports AGP 8X. Make sure that you have an adequate power supply and enough slots free (some cards take two). In addition, as Windows Vista has now been released, perhaps consider purchasing one 8800 GTX or GTS which supports DX 10 the new standard that Vista runs on. It will enable you to avoid the hassle of having to upgrade to DX 10 compatible card when the time comes.

Hope this answers your question

Answer 4

A direct answer --> Yes.

You should check your power supply rating, however. You will need at LEAST 20A on your 12V rails(s). This information is printed on the side of the power supply itself. If you don't meet this spec, you can have all kinds of problems, including overheating of your video card (very bad). It seems to be the one thing people always forget to check before upgrading their video card.

Also, with your system, you might find yourself someone bottlenecked by your CPU.

As for the recommendation that you buy an 8 series card, don't waste the money. They cost $100s more, and you won't see much better performance, anyways, since it's going to be your CPU limiting you either way. Wait 'til the 8300 or 8600 comes out and snap one of them up.

Answer 5

yes