Suggest a good R7 260X brand other than ASUS

iAmAdrian · Jun 24, 2014

Okay I was going to get the Asus R7 260X but in my local area here in the Philippines, it's currently out of stock.

I wanted the Asus since it has dual fans which basically means, better heatsink and better cooling. Or am I wrong? Also, one that has good warranty and repair services.

I don't want to buy somewhere else and have it shipped. I want to buy it locally so the warranty and other repairs of some sort will be hassle free.

I think what we have are Gigabyte, MSi and Sapphire.

Thanks,
Adrian

Gam3r01 · Jun 24, 2014

Sapphire and ASUS are the top 2 names in AMD cards.
Next would be MSI.
After that Gigabyte, XFX, and powercolor typically take up the rear.

mickypheonix · Jun 24, 2014

Hi iAmAdrian
The GIGABYTE R7 260X WindForce 2X OC is a good card

EasyLover · Jun 24, 2014

Just for reference purpose. These are good options for your requirement:

If you can manage Sapphire then it will be the top recommendation followed by MSI.

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-video-card-r7260xdc2oc2gd5
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-video-card-r7260xcdf4
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-video-card-gvr726xwf22gdrev2

You can't really go wrong with selection of either choice.

Cons29 · Jun 24, 2014

saphire gets my vote

iAmAdrian · Jun 24, 2014

Alrighty, but this Sapphire brand has 2 versions. Which one should I get?
http://www.legitreviews.com/sapphire-radeon-r7-260x-2gb-oc-2x-dvi-video-card-review_134526

I only have 1 monitor which supports VGA I think? The one with a blue port? Also my motherboard has VGA and HDMI.

Can I connect the R7 260X DVI port to the VGA on my monitor? Or do I need some sort of adapter?

Also for future reference if ever I do upgrade my monitor to an IPS one, can I stick an HDMI from the R7 260X directly to the new monitor, assuming it also has an HDMI port?

By the way, I'd also like to know the difference between DVI-D and DVI-I.

Thanks,
Adrian

EasyLover · Jun 24, 2014

In order to connect monitor with graphics card thru VGA port you would need VGA to DVI/HDMI adapter in this case.

As R7 260x has HDMI port so you are covered here in case you buy IPS monitor with HDMI port.

EasyLover · Jun 24, 2014

Digital Visual Interface (DVI) is a video display interface developed by the Digital Display Working Group (DDWG). The digital interface is used to connect a video source, such as a display controller to a display device, such as a computer monitor. The interface is designed to transmit uncompressed digital video and can be configured to support multiple modes such as DVI-D (digital only), DVI-A (analog only), or DVI-I (digital and analog). Featuring support for analog connections, the DVI specification is compatible with the VGA interface.

[Wikipedia]

iAmAdrian · Jun 24, 2014

Okay, sorry for being such a noobie but should I connect the DVI port from the R7 260X to the VGA port(using adapter) on my monitor to get the card to work?

Can I use this same VGA cable from my monitor connected to the mobo and still get the card to work? Or I have to get an adapter and connect it to the card itself?

I just read it, and it sounds a bit stupid. Haha! But that's a serious question.

EasyLover · Jun 24, 2014

iAmAdrian :

DVI port is on R7 260x and VGA port is on monitor. Your need adapter for DVI to VGA. Card is installed on the mobo. Mobo has nothing to do with that adapter.

Google DVI to VGA adapter and see what I'm talking about. I'll post an image later on as well for you.

iAmAdrian · Jun 24, 2014

So I can just stick either the HDMI or DVI ports on the card and use an adapter to connect on my monitor?

What resolution will I get? Will it limit the HDMI's/DVI's power because my monitor only has VGA?

unknownofprob · Jun 24, 2014

not "all" adapter work, as you are going from digital to analog signal conversion. Check the reviews of the product first.

EasyLover · Jun 24, 2014

Yes, resolution would be affected. Whatever, resolution your monitor supports, only that would be available.

iAmAdrian · Jun 24, 2014

What product review should I check? A review for the adapter?

I'll be getting this, SAPPHIRE R7 260X 2GB GDDR5 128BIT and my monitor is AOC http://www.aocmonitorap.com/root/anz/product_display.php?id=267

EasyLover · Jun 24, 2014

Check this one. It is from Sapphire

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814999201

Also this one:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814998101

iAmAdrian · Jun 24, 2014

EasyLover :

I just watched an unboxing and I don't have to worry about any adapter. The Sapphire already has an adapter together with the box.

EasyLover · Jun 24, 2014

Excellent. I did not check the contents of the package, which should have been checked. Thanks for doing that and sorry for inconvenience as well. Good luck dear.

iAmAdrian · Jul 4, 2014

Ugh... I'm about to buy today when the clerk says they ran out of stock for the Sapphire. Really bums me out.

Anyway, what they have left is a Powercolor. Is it good enough? Or should I just wait for them to restock their Sapphire R7's?

EasyLover · Jul 4, 2014

My recommendation is to wait for Sapphire or check other store. If you can get Sapphire, MSI, Asus, gigabyte in order of preference do it please.

mickypheonix · Jul 4, 2014

if you can get the gigabyte it is also a great card , where are you from , i may be able to find something online for you

Gam3r01 · Jul 4, 2014

Dont get powercolor. They are a last resort in almost all cases.

I would say either wait for Sapphire, ASUS, or MSI. Or order online.

iAmAdrian · Jul 4, 2014

Thanks everyone for your quick responses. I'm from the Philippines. The 1st store I was planning to buy the card ran out of stock. Not sure when they would restock, but I found another store that offers a little bit cheaper Sapphire OC dual-dvi. Will call them in the morning to confirm.

corbinator · Jul 5, 2014

The asus cards have been having a bad run for over six months now with no solutions. They are basically $130 paper weights. Read reviews before you purchase a part.

EasyLover · Jul 5, 2014

corbinator :

Please provide some links to read on that issue with asus cards.

unknownofprob · Jul 8, 2014

EasyLover :

Exactly, to claim that is one thing, to provide evidence of that is another. Links to such claims are always welcome.

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