Which GPU for me?

[DrkZ]

Hi. I have a pretty basic computer which I'm hoping to scrap sometime and build a new one. For the time being, I need the best possible graphics card that is compatible with my PC; also to be sure I will be able to play up-coming games like MW2 & L4D2. Mianly a gaming GPU.

So, the specs:

• 300W Power supply,
• Leonite 2 motherboard - http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/...68&lc=en&dlc=en&cc=us&lang=en&product=3463943,
• 1 HDD

I've looked on nvidia.com using their "Help Me Choose" option, and it shows the 9500 GT (DRR2 & DDR3), 9400 GT, 8500 GT & the 8400 GS. I just want to check with you guys if this is correct or if you recommend something else.

I currently have a 7300 LE which is ok at the moment to play Left 4 Dead and CoD4 (rarely constant 60 FPS).

Much appreciated, thanks

 

[DrkZ]

Anyone?

 

[reflux]

Given the low power of your PSU, you definitely want to be looking at a card that does not require additional power. Therefore, your best bet would be a an ATi Radeon 4670 or a GeForce 9800GT 'Green Edition'.

Below that, you really don't want to be looking at anything other than a 9500GT.

 

[jigger]

The GeForce card might not work with your system.

What is the full spec of the system and what model PSU have you got ?

 

[DrkZ]

The GeForce card might not work with your system.

What is the full spec of the system and what model PSU have you got ?

CPU: Core 2 Duo 4400 @ 2.0GHz
RAM: 3GB
OS: 32-Bit Windows Vista Home Premium SP2
HDD: 1 141GB
GPU: Nvidia 7300 LE
Motherboard: Leonite2
Disk drive: Samsung HD161HJ

Model of PSU = I don't know..

 

[arc@css]

9600 / 9800 / 4670