Five checks that decide whether a graphics card will work in your PC. Every product page lists the figures you need.
1. Case length
High-end cards are long. Compare the card’s length, the first figure in “Card Dimensions”, with the maximum GPU length in your case’s specifications, and allow for front fans or radiators that take up space.
2. Slot width
Cards are listed by how many expansion slots they occupy, such as 2.5 or 3.5. A thicker card can block the slot below it, so check what else you need to fit on the motherboard.
3. Power supply
Each card has a recommended power supply rating. It allows for the rest of a typical system, so treat it as a minimum. Quality matters as much as the number, so use a reputable unit with the right connectors.
4. Power connectors
Cards draw power through 8-pin PCIe connectors or the newer 16-pin connector. Check that your power supply has the connectors listed, or that an adapter is supplied in the box. Push each connector in fully until it clicks, as a partly seated 16-pin plug can overheat.
5. Motherboard and outputs
Every card here fits a standard PCIe x16 slot and works in older PCIe generations, at slightly lower bandwidth. Check the card’s display outputs against your monitor, especially if you rely on HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 2.1 for high refresh rates.
Not sure?
Send your case and power supply models to contact@kaymali.com and we will check them against the card you are considering before you order.