Hey everyone! I'm on the hunt for a decent graphics card that works well with my current setup: an Intel i5 7500, 8GB DDR4 RAM, and a 240W PSU. My budget is strictly under $50. Any recommendations?
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Just a tip, avoid the older RX 5xx series since they're really at the end of life and no longer get driver support. It's worth considering some newer options if you can stretch your budget a bit.
If you want a low-power option, you could look at the RX 6400. It usually consumes less than 50W and performs well, but you'll need to enable ReBAR for better performance in newer games. Just a heads up, older motherboards might have issues with that card!
Honestly, you won't find anything great for under $50. Plus, with a 240W PSU, you're really limited on options. The GTX 1030 could be a good choice since it doesn’t need extra power from a cable, but even that might be pushing it. You might want to think about saving a bit more for better choices.
Yeah, I was thinking about the RX 550 or RX 560 too. If you find something better for the same price, let us know!
Good to know! I’d also check the GTX 1650; it's not too power-hungry and performs decently.