Graphic Card Upgrade (Need Help!)

rafaeshahid_39

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Hello all,

I recently sold off my old XFX 4870 HD 1 GB and I am planning to upgrade. Since I am on a budget (Roughly a $120) I need suggestions as to what would be the best option as I am upgrading after more than 2 years since I bought the entire system with the 4870.

The essentials of my rig are:
- Intel Core i3 (550) 3.2 GHz
- Corsair Value Select 8GB (2 X 4 sticks) 1333 BUS DDR 3
- Intel DH55HC MOBO
- Seagate 500GB HDD
- Cooler Master Xtreme 600w PSU

I have been searching on-line and asking around so i've been leaning towards an ATI 7770 HD since its in my price range and also seems to be a good card for my gaming needs (I play at a max res of 1600x900) but any help and new insights into a better card would be much appreciated!
 

rafaeshahid_39

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Ahh and what about HIS & Gigabyte? Also since my MOBO is PCI-E 2.0 x16 and these cards are PCI-E 3.0 will I experience any performance hits?