Which graphics card should I buy?

Kevin_90

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I'm looking to buy a graphics card for my new computer build. I'd like to have an AMD Crossfire compatible card because my motherboard has two graphics card slots and is Crossfire compatible. I'd like to play games like Rust, H1Z1, CS:GO, DAYZ, Squad, and some other games not available on my PS4 platform. I'm looking for 1080p gaming at playable framerates. Idon't need higher resolution. I know the CPU is not the best, but I do plan to upgrade when I can. I have a budget of $150-$200 for the graphics card.

Here's my system specs:

Intel Pentium G3258 (4.0 Ghz Overclock)
Asrock H97m Pro 4 Motherboard
Kingston 8 GB 1600mhz (2x4)
Thermaltake Frio 12 CPU Cooler
Crucial 240 GB SSD
WD Blue 1TB HDD
EVGA 500W PSU
Thermaltake Urban S1 Case
80mm Rear Exhaust Fan/ 120mm Front Exhaust Fan

1080p Moniter (Using DVI-D)
CoolerMaster Keyboard and Mouse
Kingston Hyper X Cloud 2 Headset

Just remember I'd like to get an AMD card compatible with AMD Crossfire.

Thank you.
 
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Just something to keep in mind, AMD uses more power than NVIDIA so you could probably get away with one graphics card, but when you want to do Crossfire, you will need a different psu.

Kevin_90

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Thank you for letting me know. I did become aware of that a little earlier. I plan to hopefully ,in the future, upgrade the CPU as well as add another Crossfire card. I realize now I will need a more powerful PSU.
 

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I recommend a used 290x. I got mine a few days ago and it nearly maxes out rust, no AA or filtering though. CS:GO it pulls over 230fps, never dips. Your CPU is a big problem, it's not too bad but those dual cores aren't enough sometimes. If you want to spend on a new card, get a like r7 370 or r9 380. If you can't find a 290x for a good price, 280x is also good. After, I'd focus on a better CPU and you'd be surprised on how much better everything is. A new pentium will get you 60fps easy usually, but when upgraded/overclocked that FPS shoots up to the mid '200s with a high end card like a 290.
Would that work for you?