I've been looking to upgrade my graphics card from a 1050ti with 4GB to something that has 8GB. However, I found out that my current power supply only provides 460 watts, while most of the GPUs I'm considering recommend around 500 watts. I'm curious if it's worth replacing my power supply as well or if I could get by with what I have. I'm not aiming for ultra-high FPS or groundbreaking graphics; I just want to enjoy VR games without any frustrating stuttering that could lead to motion sickness.
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If you go for a 3050, it’s worth noting that it's a low power GPU and actually draws power directly from the motherboard, so it might work well with your current setup.
A great budget option for you could be the RTX 3050. It’s a natural upgrade from the GTX series and surprisingly requires less power than the GTX 1050 while offering much better performance, even if it only has 6GB of VRAM.
It really depends on the model of your power supply, not just the wattage. For instance, I have a solid 450W PSU that's handling a 12700K CPU and a 4070 Super just fine. But be careful—there are many lower-quality power supplies out there that definitely won’t cut it for higher-end hardware.
Honestly, we need more details about your power supply model to give you the best advice. Not all PSUs are created equal!
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