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thisisbenji · Jan 18, 2009, 07:12 AM // 07:12

Hi so my system is a dell xps 210, it uses half height low profile pci express x16 cards, currently i have a ati radeon x1300 128mb, i was just kinda wondering if anyone knows what the best possible upgrade i could do? Oh yeah my power supply is only 275 watts.

Lord Sojar · Jan 18, 2009, 02:45 PM // 14:45

Not much to be quite honest. You could upgrade your GPU to more current technology, but how much of a performance boost you would get (within a decent price range), well... that is up in the air.

However, if you don't mind spending, this will definitely boost performance. (However, power supply might be an issue)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814162016

For something that will boost performance SLIGHTLY at higher resolutions, you could go this route:

(be warned though, the price doesn't always outweigh the benefit. This card versus the 9600GT...well, that is like comparing a peasant woman with a demi god )

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814121259

Personally, if you have the money, go with the 9600GT. It will keep up with most of the stuff you can throw at it.

Elder III · Jan 19, 2009, 02:44 AM // 02:44

the galaxy 9600 gt is listed with these system reqs.

* 512MB of System Memory
* CD or DVD-ROM Drive
* 100MB of available hard disk drive space for basic driver installation
* Microsoft Windows Vista. or XP Operating System
* PCI Express -compliant motherboard with one vacant
PCI Express x16 slot
* 400W PCI Express-compliant system power supply
* One 6-pin PCI Express supplementary power connector -or- Two 4-pin MolexR supplementary power connectors

I don't think it will run on a 275watt psu... :/ Maybe you could get a new PSU too if it's in your budget... newegg has some good 500 watt ones for $40range with rebates.

Quaker · Jan 19, 2009, 04:14 PM // 16:14

You may be able to get away with this card:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814121281

ATI recommends 300watts, but you may be able to use it depending upon what other stuff is in the computer now.