Re: All Graphics Cards related queries here.
Hi every1,
I had zeroed on Zotac GTS 250 AMP Edition Card which retails at around 12k. Also my motherboard of choice for my new machine was Gigabyte EP45C-UD3R ( *www.giga-byte.com/Products/Motherboard/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2953 ). This board costs Rs 9500.
But now, I am thinking whether i should go for Palit Radeon HD 4870 1 GB Dual Sonic Card (Rs 17000) and Gigabyte EP43-DSL3 motherboard ( *www.giga-byte.com/Products/Motherboard/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2847 ), which is around Rs. 5000. I am opting for the gigabyte boards, instead of MSI or any other brand is because, they have 8 back USB ports and 4 internal USB headers, which is my requirement.
My question is, if I opt for the Radeon 4870 (which is a very big card), will it cause problems while installation in the smaller motherboard. Also, will there be any problem, as this card occupies 2 slots. And the amount of heat generated by this card is also quite a bit. I m thinking of going in for Coolermaster CM 690 Nvidia Edition cabinet, which appears to have provision for 6 fans.
Now another thing, in order to connect all 6 fans in the cabinet, what all is required, i mean, from where do the fans draw there power? Does the motherboard require slots for plugging in the fans, or do they plug in the PSU? I am a novice, so will require some assistance!
Thanx in advance.
One answer, HD4870 1GB beats GTS250 to hell, only thing lacking in HD4870 is PhysX and CUDA but that's not that important, go for HD4870 1GB.
BUT remember a good mobo is very very important, so its upto you.
Also a new card(Palit HD4850 512MB DDR5) has been launched which costs 11.5K and performs between GTS250 and HD4870 1GB, basically this card(HD4850 512MB DDR5) is nothing but a HD4870 512MB with a bit less clockspeed which can be OCed easily.
So best choice for you is;
1.Gigabyte EP45C-UD3R =9.5k
2.Palit HD4850 512MB DDR5 =11.5k
Should give excellent performance, P45 chipset(Gigabyte EP45C-UD3R) is always preferred over P43(Gigabyte EP43-DSL3) anytime.
The CM690 case is perfect for your setup, will not cause any problems at all.
Chassis fans are two type-
1.Draws power from mobo(3 pin), fan speed(RPM) can be controlled via Bios or Windows.
2.Draws power from PSU directly using molex connectors, fan speed can't be controlled.
About the fan power questen I can't help you(as I have not actually seen the CM690), but since mobos usually have 2-3 fan connectors, the fans will probably draw power from the PSU, so to run 6 fans which requires a hell lot of power, you'll need at least 750w PSU.
Recommended PSU-
1.Corsair TX750w=8.2k(highly recommended, beats all other PSUs in catagory and provides upto 900w power)
2.Cooler master Real Power Pro 750w=8.1k
*www.theitwares.com/smps/smps.htm
REMEMBER-Don't neglect the PSU, with 6 Fans that setup will require a hell lot of power, get anything less and you might damage the setup.
