Can my system handle the 8600gt?

Hi guys I am about to upgrade my computer from an intergrated chipset, to the XFX Geforce GT with 512 mb of ddr2. My system specs are:

Athlon X2 (B) 4850e 2.5 GHz (45W)

Narra3-GL8E motherboard

Thanks

the tc might have made a typo, i didn't think the 8600gt came with ddr2 at all, although i do know there is a 512mb ddr3 version of the card. if that is the case, then yes you system could handel it. with_teeth26

I'd suggest the 9600 gt over the 8600 gt. I own a 8600gt, no longer use it as i upgraded to a gtx 260. However, for your current power supply, i wouldn't push much farther than an 8600gt. However, if you were to say, consider upgrading your power supply as well, the 9600gt would be a great choice. And as far as power supply, a good 500w psu would be more than enough for your system. But, yes, the 8600gt should be ok.

yes it probably would but be carefull to put nothing else into your machine after.

then again what brand is your power supply, no1 seems to have asked this but its the crucial question, if its a POS unit then it will just overload, if its something like Hiper, OCZ, Corsair, Tagan etc etc (in other words a good brand) then it will work.

Although the HD4670 would be a better choice, ATI cards typically draw less power and dont generally have as much demand for amps on the 12v rails.

And as the guy above me mentioned the 9600GT is far superior but is double the price and got a higher requirement so PSU upgrade is a defo, if you stick with 8600GT defo defo get the DDR3 version even if it only 256mb, ive seen a 256mb DDR3 version against a 512mb DDR2 (my m8 has both 1 in each of his machines)

My psu is the stock one that comes with an hp machine. Sorry i cont have specifics but i just ordered it and I haven't been able to look inside, or find a spec list that names it. psp7202

my guess is it wont. my gateway psu cant run a 7600gt. its also a 300wbeex215