Help Picking a Video Card for a First Time Build

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Backplating is only for looks and doesn't add anything to a video card. I would recommend against making that a requirement.

Currently the best bang for your buck is going to be either buying a R9 280 or 280x off of ebay. You can get them new for around your price point or used for even less.
Backplating is only for looks and doesn't add anything to a video card. I would recommend against making that a requirement.

Currently the best bang for your buck is going to be either buying a R9 280 or 280x off of ebay. You can get them new for around your price point or used for even less.
 
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