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Infernz

Infernz

Infernz

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Hey everyone I was looking for some advice for my current build. I am looking to upgrade my gpu to the 7900xtx Sapphire however, I am not sure if my motherboard will be able to cope with that card under my current setup.


My Setup:

- Ryzen 9 3900x
- 2 x 32gb DDR4 sticks of ram
- RX 590 Graphics Card
- 512gb M.2 and a 2tb hardrive as secondry storage
- 750W 80 Plus Gold PSU

Any help is appreciated!
 
Infernz said:
I am looking to upgrade my gpu to the 7900xtx Sapphire however, I am not sure if my motherboard will be able to cope with that card under my current setup.
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I don't see why not, but you'll need a strong PSU and decent case airflow to run a 7900 XTX. Depending on your needs (e.g. resolution/refresh) I'd consider a more modest upgrade, like a 6800 non-XT.
 
Spec for the Saphire 7900XTX gaming is

- 2x 8-Pin Connectors
- Cooler: 2.5 Slot
- 750W PSU Minimum
- 350W TDP
- Dimensions: 287x123.2x51.25mm/300*137*51.25mm (with bracket)

So should just about be ok with your case a PSU. (your case has 290mm clearence for GPU)

I would get a better case though with at least 2 front intake fans.

Like this for example.

My basket at OcUK:

Total: £72.98 (includes delivery: £7.99)​



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Infernz said:
Alright thanks for the info I understand it's better to get a new case but could I get away with it under my current case?
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You could barely even fit an XTX in the case, if the max length stated on OCUK is correct. AIB cards are over 300mm and I'd prefer not to buy a reference/MBA card myself, due to shortened warranty and previous cooler issues.
 
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