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‎08-27-2024 11:14 AM

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Product: HP Z420 Base Model Workstation

Hi, I recently bought a used Z420 and I want to upgrade the processor and GPU but mainly the GPU as I am currently running it with the base E5-1603 and a FirePro v3800 from my old PC (which had a Core2Duo). Would the original 600W PSU able to power a MSI R9 380 (190W but needs two 6 pin connectors) as it's capable to deliver 216W (18A*12V) for the 6 pin connector? I suppose it does because it would receive power from the PCI-e slot too. Regarding the CPU i was going for E5-2697 v2 (yes the MB is a v2, boot block is from 2013). I can get the CPU and GPU for 30 euros each. Is there a better choice for the CPU that has a higher clock speed but doesn't require the HP AIO Liquid Cooler?

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