What should I upgrade on this computer first?

So I bought a HP H8 1414

http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?objectID=c03517389&prodSeriesId=5295996

 And I was thinking to upgrade the video card virst, since I heard it was a little weak. I was thinking this : http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007B5V614/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008AJKIN2/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Which one should I choose? And what power supply should I pick? I am a total noob at this thing :P I'm fine with only running AAA games on medium/s little high settings. 

yeah off course update the videocard first

That cpu doesn't really need any updating yet, especially when you don't buy high or top end videocards

You should really choose that hd7750 That geforce 610 is not better than what you have now

That 7750 will run games quite nicely at 720p. (high to max settings) You will need a new power supply though, 300w isn't going to cut it.

Since you're clearly on a budget i would opt for this one

http://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Elite-Supply-RS460-PSARI3-US/dp/B002G1YPHK/ref=sr_1_9?m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1362118247&sr=1-9

Thanks! how many watts on the power supply (the more expenisive one)? And how much difference will the video card really make? If it's not a big jump I will wait until my bDAy in October to buy :P

Thanks! how many watts on the power supply (the more expenisive one)? And how much difference will the video card really make? If it's not a big jump I will wait until my bDAy in October to buy :P

Lyncaster

The more expensive psu is 500W, but it's also a more durable one and will be able to handle stronger videocards (not the strongest but still) The 460W will be good too though, but you can't upgrade anymore then .

Upgrade

No. 1 - Graphic Card - For higher gaming power

No. 2 - Power Supply - 400W+, better with bronze rating, to support the new graphic card

No. 3 - SSD - A 128GB SSD can load your OS & core software, and improve the overall performance

No. 4 - Gaming Keyboard & Mouse - base on the genre of game you like

The sequence shows the priority of importance~

Ah, thanks :D Ans how do Ichange it? Just unscrew and unplug the old and re screw and plug the new stuff in? Will I need to change software, etc.?Lyncaster

Upgrade

 

No. 1 - Graphic Card - For higher gaming power

 

No. 2 - Power Supply - 400W+, better with bronze rating, to support the new graphic card

 

No. 3 - SSD - A 128GB SSD can load your OS & core software, and improve the overall performance

 

No. 4 - Gaming Keyboard & Mouse - base on the genre of game you like

 

The sequence shows the priority of importance~

GunMonster

Ah, thanks :D Ans how do Ichange it? Just unscrew and unplug the old and re screw and plug the new stuff in? Will I need to change software, etc.?Lyncaster

The 7750 is leaps and bounds ahead of your card. I'd say it's more like going from a ten-speed bicycle to a light motorcycle. You will see a big difference, and it will be money well spent.

As for doing it, unplug it first. Always have the computer unplugged (not just with the power strip switched off or anything, but actually physically unplugged) whenever you are about to remove the side of the case. There is one screw at the back holding the bracket in, and that's it. Be firm but gentle rocking the old graphics card out and fiddling the new one in. Be sure it's seated before screwing it down. If you're worried about static, touch a cold water pipe or the center screw of a wall socket first. Plug it back in last thing.

As for the power supply, take a picture of the inside of your case before you remove the old one so you know what goes where. Some of the plugs will have little catches you have to release like with your thumb as you pull them off. The new supply may well have a cable or two that you will not be using, so don't worry about it if there are things left dangling when you're done. Sometimes there are differences, like where the old one had an 8-pin plug, the new one will have a 6+2 or something like that. Everything keys together, though, so there's no way you can get anything on wrong. It's pretty foolproof.

You should go to the AMD website and download whatever graphics driver you will need for the 7750 before you begin. Install the new driver when you get back into Windows. Windows will have installed some sort of driver already, and it might even be the one you downloaded, but do it anyway.

A 7750 might be able to go in there without upgrading the power supply.

Have you actually used this computer?  Why don't you try it as is and if it doesn't game the way you like, then you can upgrade the graphics card.

A 7750 might be able to go in there without upgrading the power supply.

GummiRaccoon

AMD says it wants 400W.

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

A 7750 might be able to go in there without upgrading the power supply.

Blistrax

AMD says it wants 400W.

Are you seriously that dense?

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

A 7750 might be able to go in there without upgrading the power supply.

Blistrax

AMD says it wants 400W.

[QUOTE="Blistrax"]

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

A 7750 might be able to go in there without upgrading the power supply.

adamosmaki

AMD says it wants 400W.

[QUOTE="Blistrax"]

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

A 7750 might be able to go in there without upgrading the power supply.

GummiRaccoon

AMD says it wants 400W.

Are you seriously that dense?

Are you seriously that rude and stupid? You say it "might" go in there. What good does that piece of worthless opinion do the OP? The PSU "might" not blow and take the rest of the computer with it. I'll take my chances ignoring the surmises of a raccoon-shaped piece of candy and taking the advice of the manufacturer. Maybe you're drunk, and if so I forgive you.

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

[QUOTE="Blistrax"]

 

AMD says it wants 400W.

Blistrax

Are you seriously that dense?

Are you seriously that rude and stupid? You say it "might" go in there. What good does that piece of worthless opinion do the OP? The PSU "might" not blow and take the rest of the computer with it. I'll take my chances ignoring the surmises of a raccoon-shaped piece of candy and taking the advice of the manufacturer. Maybe you're drunk, and if so I forgive you.

Why does your ignorance deserve politeness?

His system with a 7750 will not draw anywhere near 300W.

You must also be one of those people that think if you don't eject your usb thumb drive you wipe it.

[QUOTE="Blistrax"]

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

Are you seriously that dense?

GummiRaccoon

Are you seriously that rude and stupid? You say it "might" go in there. What good does that piece of worthless opinion do the OP? The PSU "might" not blow and take the rest of the computer with it. I'll take my chances ignoring the surmises of a raccoon-shaped piece of candy and taking the advice of the manufacturer. Maybe you're drunk, and if so I forgive you.

Why does your ignorance deserve politeness?

His system with a 7750 will not draw anywhere near 300W.

You must also be one of those people that think if you don't eject your usb thumb drive you wipe it.

How do you know how many watts it will draw? That would be useful information for the OP, who has to be wondering whether such an insulting attitude as yours doesn't stem from a fear of exposure as an idiot, as it often does. And yes, I am one of those people. I also close cover before striking and keep my head and arms inside the car at all times.

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

[QUOTE="Blistrax"]

Are you seriously that rude and stupid? You say it "might" go in there. What good does that piece of worthless opinion do the OP? The PSU "might" not blow and take the rest of the computer with it. I'll take my chances ignoring the surmises of a raccoon-shaped piece of candy and taking the advice of the manufacturer. Maybe you're drunk, and if so I forgive you.

Blistrax

Why does your ignorance deserve politeness?

His system with a 7750 will not draw anywhere near 300W.

You must also be one of those people that think if you don't eject your usb thumb drive you wipe it.

How do you know how many watts it will draw? That would be useful information for the OP, who has to be wondering whether such an insulting attitude as yours doesn't stem from a fear of exposure as an idiot, as it often does. And yes, I am one of those people. I also close cover before striking and keep my head and arms inside the car at all times.

One (1) PCI-E 16x slot can provide a maximum of 75W of power to the graphics card.  A 7750 does not come with an external power connector, therefore it will draw, at most 75W of power.

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

A 7750 might be able to go in there without upgrading the power supply.

Blistrax

AMD says it wants 400W.

One (1) PCI-E 16x slot can provide a maximum of 75W of power to the graphics card. A 7750 does not come with an external power connector, therefore it will draw, at most 75W of power.

GummiRaccoon

Thank you.

@C_Rule: For my part, we were just jousting a bit. All in good fun.

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

One (1) PCI-E 16x slot can provide a maximum of 75W of power to the graphics card. A 7750 does not come with an external power connector, therefore it will draw, at most 75W of power.

Blistrax

Thank you.

@C_Rule: For my part, we were just jousting a bit. All in good fun.

[QUOTE="Blistrax"]

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

One (1) PCI-E 16x slot can provide a maximum of 75W of power to the graphics card. A 7750 does not come with an external power connector, therefore it will draw, at most 75W of power.

Lyncaster

Thank you.

@C_Rule: For my part, we were just jousting a bit. All in good fun.

[QUOTE="Blistrax"]

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

A 7750 might be able to go in there without upgrading the power supply.

Elann2008

AMD says it wants 400W.

OK, but in case the OP wonders, the PSU recommendation on the graphics card manufacturer's website is for the whole rig; it is not what the card alone draws. It is obviously an approximation, because they can't know what you have in your box. Me, I like significant overkill in a PSU. Your mileage may vary.

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AMD says it wants 400W.

Blistrax

OK, but in case the OP wonders, the PSU recommendation on the graphics card manufacturer's website is for the whole rig; it is not what the card alone draws. It is obviously an approximation, because they can't know what you have in your box. Me, I like significant overkill in a PSU. Your mileage may vary.

power supplies perform best when they are rated for a certain percentage higher than your systems power draw.  So doubling down on a high wattage psu if your system doesn't draw that much power is not good.

Hi people i've got a similar question. What do you think i should upgrade first?

My specs are:
CPU: intel core i5 Quad core i5-3470 (3.2 Ghz) 6mb Cache
Ram: 8Gb (1333Mhz) 2x 4Gb
GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-M
HDD: 1TB (7200RPM) 32MB Cache
PSU: 450W
OS: Windows 7 Home 64 bit

Hi people i've got a similar question. What do you think i should upgrade first?

My specs are:
CPU: intel core i5 Quad core i5-3470 (3.2 Ghz) 6mb Cache
Ram: 8Gb (1333Mhz) 2x 4Gb
GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-M
HDD: 1TB (7200RPM) 32MB Cache
PSU: 450W
OS: Windows 7 Home 64 bit

seany_lad

Upgrade

 

No. 1 - Graphic Card - For higher gaming power

 

No. 2 - Power Supply - 400W+, better with bronze rating, to support the new graphic card

 

No. 3 - SSD - A 128GB SSD can load your OS & core software, and improve the overall performance

 

No. 4 - Gaming Keyboard & Mouse - base on the genre of game you like

 

The sequence shows the priority of importance~

GunMonster

Hi people i've got a similar question. What do you think i should upgrade first?

My specs are:
CPU: intel core i5 Quad core i5-3470 (3.2 Ghz) 6mb Cache
Ram: 8Gb (1333Mhz) 2x 4Gb
GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-M
HDD: 1TB (7200RPM) 32MB Cache
PSU: 450W
OS: Windows 7 Home 64 bit

seany_lad

It depends on what you do. Of the things you list, the graphics card is the weak link, and you will need a better PSU to support it. There is also the matter of the monitor (it's what you have to look at the whole time whatever else you have). Most PC gamers don't pay enough attention to sound, too. Get a home theater setup with an AVR and decent audiophile (NOT Logitech) 5.1 speakers (with subwoofer) and feed it through HDMI from the GTX.

Hi people i've got a similar question. What do you think i should upgrade first?

My specs are:
CPU: intel core i5 Quad core i5-3470 (3.2 Ghz) 6mb Cache
Ram: 8Gb (1333Mhz) 2x 4Gb
GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-M
HDD: 1TB (7200RPM) 32MB Cache
PSU: 450W
OS: Windows 7 Home 64 bit

seany_lad

Simmer down chaps.C_Rule

tisssss *sizzling noise*

[QUOTE="GummiRaccoon"]

[QUOTE="Blistrax"]

Are you seriously that rude and stupid? You say it "might" go in there. What good does that piece of worthless opinion do the OP? The PSU "might" not blow and take the rest of the computer with it. I'll take my chances ignoring the surmises of a raccoon-shaped piece of candy and taking the advice of the manufacturer. Maybe you're drunk, and if so I forgive you.

Blistrax

Why does your ignorance deserve politeness?

His system with a 7750 will not draw anywhere near 300W.

You must also be one of those people that think if you don't eject your usb thumb drive you wipe it.

How do you know how many watts it will draw? That would be useful information for the OP, who has to be wondering whether such an insulting attitude as yours doesn't stem from a fear of exposure as an idiot, as it often does. And yes, I am one of those people. I also close cover before striking and keep my head and arms inside the car at all times.

[QUOTE="seany_lad"]

Hi people i've got a similar question. What do you think i should upgrade first?

My specs are:
CPU: intel core i5 Quad core i5-3470 (3.2 Ghz) 6mb Cache
Ram: 8Gb (1333Mhz) 2x 4Gb
GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-M
HDD: 1TB (7200RPM) 32MB Cache
PSU: 450W
OS: Windows 7 Home 64 bit

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