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Will Computer and PSU work with RX Vega 56 GPU?
I currently have a pc with:
APU: Ryzen 5 3400g
RAM: 2x8GB 2666mhz
MB: Gigabyte GA-A320M-H (Rev 2, I think) PSU: Cooler Master MWE 500 230V
Case: CiT Seven MATX
I'd just like to double check I could be able to use this GPU if I buy one second hand.
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Yes, you can use that GPU. Your system meets the basic requirements:
Your motherboard has a PCIe x16 slot.
Your 500W PSU is sufficient for a 1080 Ti.
Your case is MATX and should fit the card, but double-check the length (269mm) against your available space.
Yes, this computer will work with an RX Vega 56, but with one very significant caveat: your power supply is a major concern.
Cooler Master MWE 500 230V (this is a 500W power supply).
The Requirement: AMD officially recommended a 650W PSU for the RX Vega 56. This wasn't just a suggestion; the Vega 56 is famously power-hungry and can experience sudden, high power draw spikes.
500W should generally be sufficient for mid-range GPUs, especially second-hand models.
Ensure the PSU has the necessary power connectors (6-pin or 8-pin PCIe power connectors), depending on the GPU you plan to buy.
