Can I get any video card?

[Dembtist]

I have a pci express x 16, so does that mean I can buy any high tech GPU and just stick it to my computer? what are somethings I need to know before I buy a new video card?

 

[SNGX1275]

In a word, yes. As long as its a PCIe card.

Things to consider:
Size of your case (physically), a lot of high end cards are huge, so if you don't have much room your card may run into your hard drive cages..
The power requirements of the card, high end cards take lots of power. Make sure you have a solid PSU.

 

[hellokitty[hk]]

Also cooling and your CPU must be able to keep up.
I saw that you posted on another thread concerning the 7970; are you planning to upgrade your computer?

 

[Relic]

Also make sure you have a balanced setup. No use in getting something like a Radeon 7970 come next month or a GTX 580 to play let's say World of Warcraft @ 1440x900. Share some more information with us and we can give you some options.