GPU Upgrade Compatibility

[ColtonO2002]

Hello, I was wondering if my current PC would be able to handle the RTX 3060 Phoenix (https://www.asus.com/Motherboards-Components/Graphics-Cards/Phoenix/PH-RTX3060-12G/techspec/)

The current specs for my PC is:

MOTHERBOARD: HP 8437

CPU: i7 8700  (6 cores, 12 threads)

GPU: GTX 1660ti (6gb)

MEMORY: 32GB Ram (3200mhz)

SSD: 970 EVO Plus (1TB)

[itsmyname]

@ColtonO2002 -- this is your processor: Intel Core i78700 Processor 12M Cache up to 4.60 GHz Product Specifications

Each of the 6 cores is 3.2 Ghz with "turbo-boost" to 4.0 Ghz.

The current specs for my PC is:

CPU: i7 8700  (6 cores, 12 threads)

MEMORY: 32GB Ram (3200mhz)

SSD: 970 EVO Plus (1TB)

By any definition, that is a "high-end" computer.

In my opinion, there is no doubt that the short answer to your question is "yes".

My only concern is that the web-site for the GPU states: Recommended PSU: 650W

Hopefully, your computer's power-supply can supply that much power.

[ColtonO2002]

Hmmm, I believe I have a 500W power supply. Would that work?

[Prométhée]

Hi
you should give the exact reference of your computer
What you need to know
if the required power is not enough, you will have problems
if you do not have all the required pci connectors, this will also be a problem
If the graphics card is way too big, it will be a problem

[itsmyname]

@ColtonO2002 -- 500 W versus a claim of needing 650 W

Reference:  http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c05827113.pdf

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious injury or damage to the equipment,
do not open the chassis cover of any unit with a 750 W power supply.
To determine if you have a 300 W, 500 W, or 750 W power supply,

refer to the label on the rear of the computer

Fortunately for you, HP does manufacture a 750 W power-supply that physically fits into your computer's case.  That is one less "hurdle" for you to overcome.

I think that there might be some element of CYA ("Cover Your Asp") in that specification by the manufacturer of the video-adapter about the "required" wattage.

Philosophically, if you are committed to spend a lot of money for the video-adapter, spending some more on a compatible power-supply is recommended. To "give it a try" with your current power-supply runs the risk of damaging that EXPENSIVE video-adapter.  Ouch!

Posted on ‎01-06-2022 07:05 PM (MST)

My only concern is that the web-site for the GPU states: Recommended PSU: 650W

Hopefully, your computer's power-supply can supply that much power.

A later, and redundant, posting by @Prométhée  confirmed the concern

Posted on ‎01-07-2022 08:45 AM

if the required power is not enough, you will have problems

[ColtonO2002]

My only concern is I wouldn't know what to do once I unplug EVERYTHING so switching out the PSU is probably not the smartest idea for me, I suppose I will just start watching some videos on it. Thank you.

[itsmyname]

@ColtonO2002 -- I suppose I will just start watching some videos on it. 

That is a good idea, to gain an understanding of how complex the task of changing hardware can be, and the videos also can be "evidence" that you should hire a certified computer technician to safely do the installation of the new video-card and the upgraded power-supply.

You may have a problem of purchasing a "genuine" HP 750 Watt power-supply.

Check the HP Warehouse:  http://PartSurfer.HP.com -- enter your model-number, and do the search, to see if you can purchase it directly from HP.  Or, that commercial technician should be able to find a third-party power-supply that is compatible with your computer.

HP has posted several manuals: OMEN by HP 880-000 Desktop PC series Manuals | HP® Customer Support

that may help you, or the technician, with "servicing" your computer.

[Prométhée]

Again, this is just guesswork, as you are not stating your computer model.
the bios ref, suggests that it is the Tampa motherboard
You could avoid changing the power supply
by choosing another graphics card model
Many examples here

https://support.hp.com/fr-fr/product/omen-by-hp-880-100-desktop-pc-series/18695893/product-info

OMEN by HP 880-599ng Desktop PC Product Specifications

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (8 GB) 500 W internal power supply

Solved: Can I upgrade my Video Card - HP Support Community - 8078342

you absolutely need the more powerful box, here is this topic here, always on condition of the good series of computer

https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Desktop-Hardware-and-Upgrade-Questions/What-better-Power-Supplys-are-c...

this is not a sure thing, but you should compare the rtx models
check consumption

for some HP graphics cards with 500w power supply, we find for example:

Total power consumption: 210 W (with USB-C); 175 W (Graphics)

https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/omen-by-hp-880-100-desktop-pc-series/18695893/document/c0629645...

you can find rtx models with lower consumption indicated for example

170 W

https://www.ldlc.com/fiche/PB00455604.html

https://www.ldlc.com/fiche/PB00408789.html

https://www.ldlc.com/fiche/PB00463621.html

There is a risk that it will not work correctly, but you could try, without changing the power supply, and see if necessary afterwards.

note that for your model it is mentioned

Our wattage recommendation is based on a fully overclocked GPU and CPU system configuration. For a more tailored suggestion, please use the “Choose By Wattage” feature on our PSU product page: https://rog.asus.com/event/PSU/ASUS-Power-Supply-Units/index.html *