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Andrew Sotheran

Andrew Sotheran

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I was just wondering if, as i am considering on upgrading my GPU from AMD to Nvidia, i should go with AMD or Nvidia.
I'm running dual screens (not considering of getting a 3rd) i use my current PC for gaming and general use but will later be using it for 3d rendering and animation and possibly music production.

My question is which is better for my use of my system, AMD or Nvidia?

I have watched and read stuff on this topic but i am still confused which would be better for my needs.


Professional help pls, and pls not fan boying and AMD vs Nvidia hatred.

Ty, Andy
 
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geofelt

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If your use is fast action gaming, then you will want a strong graphics card. As to AMD or Nvidia, it matters little. You will get similar performance from either at the same price point.
The modern nvidia cards will tend to use less power. That is only an issue if your psu is weak.

As to other apps, check out their specs. Some might be able to use the CUDA capabilities of Nvidia.
A plus for sticking with AMD is that you will not need to change graphics drivers.

Dual monitors are not an issue, the second monitor adds little load while gaming on the primary monitor.
 
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coozie7

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From what to what?
What are the base specs of the system?
A lot of 3d render/animation software is far more dependant on the CPU/memory and even HDD than the graphics card, you NEED to check the documentation relevant to your release version, some can use Nvidia CUDA, some Direct Compute (AMD), some OpenCL or DirectX (both).
Gaming wise AMD still tend to be less expensive for a given performance level than Nvidia, at the cost of higher power consumption, greater heat output and, in some cases, noise and/or higher operating temperatures. AMD cards have a higher raw compute power, software that can use it usually gets a bigger boost than with Nvidia CUDA.
Nvidia uses less power for a given performance level, which translates into less heat and, usually lower temperatures with less noise at the cost of a higher initial purchase price. They also have a few 'in house' software addons like Shadowplay, PhysX, a proper implementation of adaptive Vsync and better AA options.
If you want quiet get something like the Asus Strix GTX970, if you want to save some cash and the case can support a nearly 13" (320mm) long card, get the Sapphire R9 290/290X Tri-X.
Unless your software or pocket says different. ;)
 
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Andrew Sotheran

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Thanks guys, although do the amount of VRam matter aswell as i've watched and read some stuff that Nvidia has issues with more than a dual monitor setup when playing games - could affect my dual, though might not.

The software that i use is: Fruity Loops, Photoshop, After affects, Element 3d and Power Director - and Games along with general use of a PC
 
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