Best graphics card for Vista?
March 24th, 2017
-I want to update to the best compatible graphics card.
-I also want something that can properly display my computer onto my 720P HDTV
-Can anyone show me some links to buy the card? Preferable “newegg.com” links to the product, if its available on that site?
Nvidia 9800 gt!
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4037153&CatId=3670
well with a Dell, a good card will overheat from lack of cooling. Your best bet will either be a good but cool card. Maybe a HD 3870 or 8800GT. Here you go:
8800GT:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150254
HD 3870:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102752
But you will also need a new power supply to accomodate the card. If you want i can fetch one off newegg for you
kk show me please.. i hope thats not hard to install…
maybe something like this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139008
think it would be hard to install?? I know how to install ports to the back of the computer (idk the proper name).. like the sound and video cards… but this seems a little more tough…
Whatd do you think of this card:
http://www.diamondmm.com/3650PE1G.php
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Well the card isnt as good as the HD 3870. The 3650 is more of a multimedia card, sure it can play games but just not as a 3870 would. And a 1GB Vram is overkill for a simple setup like yours, not necessary.
think it would be hard to install??
I know how to install ports to the back of the computer (idk the proper name).. like the sound and video cards... but this seems a little more tough...
Not really. Its similar to adding a network card, sound card etc First take out the screw in the PCI bracket that is on the case. Then on the PCI-E slot on the motherboard where the graphic card sits, there is a small clip you push down on. Use one finger and push it down, then with the other hand remove the card. Put the old card into an antistatic bag for a back-up in-case, the bag is to prevent static electricity getting to it and killing it.
Next, with the new Graphic card, align it with the PCI-E slot and the bracket on the case. Put the foreward end first, so the little “L” hook clips in. Then slide the card back slowly until it is seated. Once its in place screw the card into the bracket with the screw you took from the older card’s bracket. Easy as done, oh and for precautions discharge yourself of static electricity first and during the process by touching the case every 10min or so. Dont build it on carpet for these reasons.
If your playing games and want the best out of the game get this card but you will need to add 2 fans to your computer or hell do this get a new setup off tiger.com here try this.
This is all you need i know its not just a video card but its simple get the best for the best and dell with vista dont bother the problems will hit you hard try this.
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4300387&Sku=P450-9118%20E
if i bought that, what else would i need to make a new computer?
Nothing but maybe a cpu fan its made for gamming
well i have a 8600gt and it plays blu-ray 720p fine.
This is your card – needs 2 pci-e power connectors though:
SAPPHIRE 100259-1GL Radeon HD 4870 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card – Retail $279.99
($264.99 after $15.00 Mail-In
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This is your card - needs 2 pci-e power connectors though:
he will need a new psu to go along with that. The 1GB version is too much for a simple pc, 512MB versions are good enough already. I mean, why get a gaming card when the rest wont conform with it?
it seems like i should just buy this right?
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4300387&Sku=P450-9118%20E
If i buy that.. what else will i need to make the pc work?
also..is that good for playin movies in 720p aswell as games like need for speed
nothing and the video card they are providing in that kit will do it all
well thats just a basic pc. For good gaming you will want a better gpu, the 9600 GSO, the RAM and the AMD isnt cut out for intense gaming. It will play newer games but will decrease in quality as games come by. Why not get a custom build from Newegg?
Just get a hd4850 then – your old xps should be able to handle it.
your old xps should be able to handle it.
consider the case its in and what pre-built manufacturers do to prevent total upgrades. The card will overheat in a Dell case for sure, lack of intake and outtake
if he takes his side panel off temps might be fine. It’ll also be best for him to get a dual slot cooler on the gpu so heat isnt dumped into the case
if he takes his side panel off temps might be fine
might be but think of the dust that gets in/out and how annoying it would be. Cases like those still use screws i think, so leaning back there, twisting your wrist off to play 1 game then replacing it- wouldnt it get annoying? May as well get a new case
if he takes his side panel off temps might be fine
might be but think of the dust that gets in/out and how annoying it would be. Cases like those still use screws i think, so leaning back there, twisting your wrist off to play 1 game then replacing it- wouldnt it get annoying? May as well get a new case
it would be better if he left his side panel off the whole time, i do that for my pc and it helps my cpu and gpu temps a lot.
well thats just a basic pc. For good gaming you will want a better gpu, the 9600 GSO, the RAM and the AMD isnt cut out for intense gaming. It will play newer games but will decrease in quality as games come by. Why not get a custom build from Newegg?
That sounds a little extreme and sounds to expensive.. I first just wanted to simply buy a new video card and plug it in and be good to go. but it seems that’s not the case lol..
So buying this:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4300387&Sku=P450-9118%20E
Should be good enough to enjoy playing games such as Need for speed and Call of Duty
it depends on which need for speed game your talking about, it wont max out undercover but will play it fine on medium-high and no AA. Also depends on your resolution. cod4 should be able to play maced out.
Just buy a 9600gso then. It doesn’t use a ton of power (your psu is ok) and isn’t so high end that your xps 410 will bottleneck it. It doesn’t overheat like crazy either so again your case is ok. It is also a dual slot cooler card so cooling is not an issue either.
It’ll play at medium settings the games you want for now.
There is a factory recertified one at newegg for $59.99 below:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130423
Dells are actually pretty easy to open and swap out a graphics card – done it about 3-4 times already for a coupla friends. Processor and everything else is a pain though…
Save the rest of your cash for after Xmas when you are ready to jump to a higher power system for cheaper.
I'm planning to update my Dell XPS 410 to run vista mainly for the games and graphics.
-I want to update to the best compatible graphics card.
-I also want something that can properly display my computer onto my 720P HDTV
-Can anyone show me some links to buy the card? Preferable "newegg.com" links to the product, if its available on that site?
Well since you didnt mention cost being an issue why not get the best available.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130365
The gtx 280 is the most powerful single card solution right now.
The gtx 280 is the most powerful single card solution right now.
4870×2 is
The gtx 280 is the most powerful single card solution right now.
4870x2 is
I should have been more clear I meant single GPU.
I should have been more clear I meant single GPU
remember the limitations of the case. A pc with a cheap Generic case wont cut it even with the side panel off
best card for vista?
probably the best card on the market, dont you think?
go for some highend nVidia rig… 9800GT wont dissapopint you