Looking To Convert My PC for GAMES! (Advice Needed)

wanted72 · 13 Feb 2018 at 21:31

Hi Guys,

First post here and whilst I've got some knowledge of computer builds, it is basic to be honest.

I've got a Dell Precision T3500 which, with a few modifications in the past, has currently been setup for Mid-range 3D programs.

Currently running;
Processor: Intel Xeon 5600 (dual quad core @ 3.20GHz)
Graphics card: Nvidia Quadro K2000
RAM: 15GB

The PC datasheet from Dell states is has support for 2 PCI Express x16 Gen 2 graphics cards up to 150W.

(Datasheet link)
http://www.dell.com/downloads/global/products/precn/en/dell_precision_t3500_specsheet.pdf

It runs strategy games fine, however what card (if any/at all possible) would you guys suggest to optimise first person games that are more graphically demanding like Skyrim, PUBG, Sea of Thieves?

Cheers!

-If you need more info just comment below, I wasn't going to bombard unless its worthwhile-

orbitalwalsh · 14 Feb 2018 at 09:42

not sure of budget but

My basket at Overclockers UK:

1 x Inno3D GeForce GTX 1050Ti Compact X1 4096MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card= £158.99

Total: £168.89 (includes shipping: £9.90)

1080p 30fps at medium settings

Ideally gtx 1060 but they are now very very expensive

wanted72 · 14 Feb 2018 at 10:09

Would the GTX 1060 be compatible however?
I think it should but I'd rather get confirmation from guys who know a little more about it than me!

(Rather be safe before splashing the cash so to speak)

Danny75 · 14 Feb 2018 at 10:23

PUBG would benefit from the faster 1060. I'd just swap out the power supply to be sure. The 1060 is borderline 150W, I think.

There are new Nvidia cards out in March/April. No word of a 2060 just talk of a 2070 and 2080, but it could positively affect prices (or not lol) which are sky-high just now. Bad time to buy currently.