I've recently built my new computer, everything is now installed minus the graphics card because I'm waiting till I get paid to snap that final component.
I've had my heart set on an X1950Pro (512mb, PCI-E) but I've found an ATI 2900XT going for under £200, brand new. Now, I'm aware of the power consumption/heat issues with regards to that card, my case (Antec 900) is well equipped to deal with it, however, I'm concerned about the PSU.
I installed a Corsair 520W, which, if a 2900XT was installed, would leave 300W for the rest of the system. I'm pretty sure I know the answer to this already but just thought I'd check with you guys whether it's a sensible idea or not to snap it up instead of the X1950Pro?
My system is made up of...
CPU - Intel Core2Duo E6750 (cooled with an Asus Silent Knight)
M/B - Asus P5K
RAM - Crucial Ballistix (2GB, 667Mhz)
PSU - Corsair 520W
HDD - Western Digital SE SATA 160GB
DVD - Samsung 18x18 DVD-RW
Case - Antec 900
Sound - Soundblaster Audigy 2 ZS
Thanks for your time everyone, really appreciate it.
I've had my heart set on an X1950Pro (512mb, PCI-E) but I've found an ATI 2900XT going for under £200, brand new. Now, I'm aware of the power consumption/heat issues with regards to that card, my case (Antec 900) is well equipped to deal with it, however, I'm concerned about the PSU.
I installed a Corsair 520W, which, if a 2900XT was installed, would leave 300W for the rest of the system. I'm pretty sure I know the answer to this already but just thought I'd check with you guys whether it's a sensible idea or not to snap it up instead of the X1950Pro?
My system is made up of...
CPU - Intel Core2Duo E6750 (cooled with an Asus Silent Knight)
M/B - Asus P5K
RAM - Crucial Ballistix (2GB, 667Mhz)
PSU - Corsair 520W
HDD - Western Digital SE SATA 160GB
DVD - Samsung 18x18 DVD-RW
Case - Antec 900
Sound - Soundblaster Audigy 2 ZS
Thanks for your time everyone, really appreciate it.