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Low Profile GFX Card Help

EduCat

EduCat

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Hi guys,

First off let me say that I was hardly even aware that these low profile cards even existed. I ended up buying a HTPC, low profile case.

I can play games pretty well on the system now, but am looking to possibly upgrade my gfx card.

The cpu is a q8440 core 2 quad, 8 gb ocz reaper. The current card I have in the rig now is a zotac 1gb ddr geforce gt 520. It is a DX11 card but is zotac just value stuff?

Should I spring for something like the Radeon 6750? According the some websites the 6750 is much better than a gt 520, but my zotac box gives me somewhat better specs.

Anyways, any thoughts on the matter? What card should I get? I'm not looking to get the best of the best, just seeing there's something worthwhile out there.

Always appreciated,

Regards

FWIW, this is the page I was referring to when looking for these cards: http://www.squidoo.com/best-low-profile-video-graphics-cards-for-gaming-2011-pci-express
 
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there are some low profile HD 6850 if I'm not mistaken and its the most powerful low profile card you can get.

here are some example :

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here are some review about low profile card : ixbt LAbs
 
Which power supply do you have in your system and how many amps(A) are on the +12V supply?

Also, how much do you want to spend?
 
I'm not positive what brand it is atm of posting this but I believe it is just a 300watt psu. As far as the amps go I'm not sure, will have to look.

This was one thing that I was noticing, is that generally most of these cards are looking for 400w+. I've been thinking about changing cases to get rid of the low profile stuff but I'm leaning towards just purchasing a card and calling it a day.

I've been debating switching cases but I'm kind of getting used to the small form factor. :awe:

I don't really want to spend more than $125-$150 or so. I'm thinking maybe the HIS Radeon 6670? Looks like a solid card. Thank you for the responses.
 
With a 300w supply you could get a 5770/5750 low profile card if you could find one for under 150.

Or you could wait for a low profile 7750/7770 if they ever make one, otherwise a sapphire (what I have) or HIS 6670 would be your best bet.
 
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