Graphics cards, which one?

bcooley

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So I'm about to order my PC and I need help on choosing the graphics card. I have two options I'm looking at and I need help deciding. I know this is probably a no brainer, but I'm a beginner when it comes to building computers and everything that goes a long with it.

My two options (because of budget) are:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814131570 PowerColor r9 280

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814202047 Sapphire r9 270x Toxic

I'm sure the 280 is better but the 270x has a higher core clock speed (over 1000 MHz) with 1280 steam processors and the 280 has clock speeds of 855-960 MHz with more memory and 384-bit gddr5.

Just want some of your thoughts on what card to buy. This card will be used for gaming of course. Looking to play old and modern games on high/ultra settings at the 50+ fps range. Thank you in advance for your posts.