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I want to replace a graphics card that stopped functioning on my 2010 Mac Pro, serial number CK11502VHF7. Apple don’t make new ones for this model anymore so I have to get a used card from ebay. My only problem is the prices vary significantly from seller to seller for what seems to be essentially the same thing. I would be really grateful if someone could advise me how to choose from this lot:
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First off, the pricing variance is because any cards you are considering are likely used or new ‘old stock’ so the sellers are basically guessing at the value. Personally I would look for refurbished or unopened stock, as many used graphics cards were used hard by crypto miners and don’t have much life left.
Secondly, there is a nice guide on compatible graphics cards for MacPro systems here:
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Thanks Isaac. Surely sellers would check what price other sellers are selling at so there would not be such a discrepancy ? This one looks like a good deal, the only problem is you have no idea how much wear is on it and how long it’s likely to last (taking a lot on trust):
https://www.ebay.ie/itm/XFX-ATI-RADEON-H...
by fergus
Well the guess i refer to is based on what they think they can get for it, not likely a depreciated value derived from hours of use vs expected life.
If you don't mind spending a bit more, I would recommend a refurbished or recertified card, like this one on newegg:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a...
At the very least you will have a 30 day return policy.
by Isaac
Nothing coming up in that link - is this a US company ? I'm in Dublin, Ireland, so will only buy from UK or Europe.
by fergus
Yes, Newegg is US based. The link was working, but it looks like the product listing was removed after I shared it.
by Isaac
Do you need a full 1GB card or will a 512 mb work?
by mayer
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