Which DDR GPU Should I Get ?

venomx · 3 Oct 2019 at 07:33

Here's my current specs...
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2400G CPU with Radeon Vega RX Graphics
Motherboard: Gigabyte A320 M-H
Ram: 2 x 8GB of HyperX Fury DDR4
SSD/HDD: SSD 120GB, HDD 1TB
GPU: Radeon Vega RX Graphics
PSU: Cooler Master MasterWatt Lite 500W 80 Plus
Chassis: Fractal Design
OS: Linux Ubuntu 64Bit

Looking to use a seperate GPU as opposed to an integrated one.

StarShock · 3 Oct 2019 at 07:37

How much are you looking to spend?

venomx · 3 Oct 2019 at 07:42

StarShock said:
How much are you looking to spend?

£80 to £100
Doesn't have to be high end, I only play CS GO and watch Youtube

I'm asking because I dont know which DDR my Mobo supports

LuckyBenski · 3 Oct 2019 at 07:57

Any graphics card will be compatible with your setup - the type of RAM used on the card (DDR, GDDR, 3/4/5/6) isn't a factor in compatibility. It's separate to the RAM used on the motherboard which is DDR4 for you.

The main variable is the PCIe (PCI express) speed, but that is backwards compatible so all cards should work on all motherboards. Just buy what suits your budget/needs.

You may have to disable your integrated graphics driver if using an Nvidia card, I don't know if having both graphics drivers running at the same time works properly. Someone else may know better.

d_brennen · 3 Oct 2019 at 08:03

Try for an RX570, should be able to find one for £120. Bit over budget but a very good card for the money

venomx · 3 Oct 2019 at 08:04

LuckyBenski said:
Any graphics card will be compatible with your setup - the type of RAM used on the card (DDR, GDDR, 3/4/5/6) isn't a factor in compatibility. It's separate to the RAM used on the motherboard which is DDR4 for you.

The main variable is the PCIe (PCI express) speed, but that is backwards compatible so all cards should work on all motherboards. Just buy what suits your budget/needs.

You may have to disable your integrated graphics driver if using an Nvidia card, I don't know if having both graphics drivers running at the same time works properly. Someone else may know better.

Thanks dude.

I was told that all you have to do is input your HDMI cable from the monitor to the new GPU card and use it that way.
I'm using Linux though so wouldn't be suprised if it didn't go smoothly

If anyone could chime in on whether I can run a new GPU instead of the integrated one ?

Farex · 3 Oct 2019 at 14:01

No problem adding a discrete GPU to you build.

I would personally go for a used 480 (4gb or 8gb usually go for the same price). You can definitely grab one for 80£ on ebay.

Wegason · 3 Oct 2019 at 14:26

Yep, agree with others a used RX 470 or RX 480 or RX 570 or RX 580 is perfect for your build. I assume the PSU has enough PCIE power cables.

venomx · 3 Oct 2019 at 17:45

Wegason said:
Yep, agree with others a used RX 470 or RX 480 or RX 570 or RX 580 is perfect for your build. I assume the PSU has enough PCIE power cables.

SO do they go straight into the mobo or do they require a connection/cable to the PSU ? IF so, does the cable come with it ?

Vince · 3 Oct 2019 at 17:49

venomx said:
Thanks dude.

I was told that all you have to do is input your HDMI cable from the monitor to the new GPU card and use it that way.
I'm using Linux though so wouldn't be suprised if it didn't go smoothly

If anyone could chime in on whether I can run a new GPU instead of the integrated one ?

AMD opensource gpu driver is built into linux these days so any AMD card should be plug and play.

LuckyBenski · 3 Oct 2019 at 17:51

venomx said:
SO do they go straight into the mobo or do they require a connection/cable to the PSU ? IF so, does the cable come with it ?

The PSU will have the relevant cables. It's Best not to use adapters so generally use whatever the PSU has, or upgrade. Your PSU should have the relevant plugs.

Edit: Cooler Master website says you have two 6+2 pin PCIe power connectors, so that's enough for any single graphics card really.

venomx · 3 Oct 2019 at 18:55

Nice one thanks guys

venomx · 4 Oct 2019 at 14:25

Some of the GPUs look big and im thinking I'll have to take my LAN card out for it to fit or will it be ok ?
I know it will fit in the case but on my Mobo doesn't look huge

Gray2233 · 4 Oct 2019 at 14:30

I picked up a brand new Powercolor RX580 8GB for £120 via a certain electronic auction website a couple of weeks back, it's well worth shopping around and keeping an eye out. Granted, I had a 20% off voucher, but said website almost always has some sort of voucher at hand.

Sabitech · 4 Oct 2019 at 14:33

I think it's pointless to go gddr6 for this case. Just any GDDR5 card would be best.

venomx · 5 Oct 2019 at 14:21

As recommended , shall I go for https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/radeon-rx-560.c2940 ?

Would it be much of a performance up grade from the AMD Radeon RX Vega 11 GPU

LuckyBenski · 5 Oct 2019 at 14:37

venomx said:
As recommended , shall I go for https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/radeon-rx-560.c2940 ?

Would it be much of a performance up grade from the AMD Radeon RX Vega 11 GPU

Don't worry about the RAM. At all. Look at performance. The RX 560 is several times slower than any Vega card.

Edit: I think the RX is only a little faster than integrated Vega 11.

an0nym0us · 5 Oct 2019 at 18:12

LuckyBenski said:
Don't worry about the RAM. At all. Look at performance. The RX 560 is several times slower than any Vega

OP was referring to the Radeon RX Vega 11 integrated GPU on the R5 2400G, not the Vega 56 or Vega 64.

LuckyBenski · 5 Oct 2019 at 18:17

an0nym0us said:
OP was referring to the Radeon RX Vega 11 integrated GPU on the R5 2400G, not the Vega 56 or Vega 64.

Derp, good point. Integrated Vega 11 is only marginally worse than an RX 560 I think.