Upgrading 6800LE -> 6800GT

[benthepenguin]

So, im upgrading my graphics card, and I'm just wodering, is my psu able to run it all. On other forums, guys said, that it would work. What do you think? And dont start preaching about future upgrading... 😉 With 6800LE my system works for fine. Could 50mhz core, and 300mhz memory+other stuff use so much more power?

My pc

Amd athlon 64 3000+
1gb ram
60 gb maxtor
dvd/cd rw drive
6800LE
soundblaster live 5.1

 

[ribbon13]

Um... and 16 vs 8 pipelines?

Also, a vote for a X800 XL instead 😉

 

[Rhoel]

I had an Antec 380s with my current system, and upgraded to a powerstream 420w becuase I needed it's adjustable rails for my ram and there even isn't a difference in overclocks with my 6800gt or my cpu. I thought there might be since I went from 18a to 30a on the 12v rail, but the autodetect overclocks are about the same. You should be fine.

 

[sangyup81]

your smartpower is thinking "PLEASE DON'T OVERCLOCK ON ME!!!!!"

seriously though, if you're just going to go stock, your PSU is fine

 

[benthepenguin]

Thanks alot. And my system is and will be stock

 

[IamTHEsnake]

X800XL, cheaper by $100 and just as fast.