$200 or less

[dfrustynails]

Ok this is what I need help with. I am looking for a decent video card to replace my current very old and very outdated 5200fx. This is just a temp. replacement while i save up for 2 x1900's. Is there anything good retail or OEM for $200 or less.

 

[macer1]

x850xt

 

[michaelahess]

What bus? Get an x850 if AGP, or even a x1600 for PCI-e.

 

[yourmothersanastronaut]

OK, what motherboard do you have? If it's a Crossfire-capable motherboard, why were you using an FX 5200? Is the card AGP or PCI?

A GeForce 7600 GT will provide plenty of performance, it's a little better than a 6800 GT and is in the same class as an X1800GTO. It's a little cheaper at around $160 US.

 

[prozac26]

It seems you're running AGP, so something like a X800GTO, X800XL or 6800GS are your best options in your price range. If you have PCI-E, then a 7600GT or X850XT would be best options.

 

[dfrustynails]

Alright thanks. and I'm using PCI-e. i was in the middle of a heuge overhaul when money ran out and the only part i havent upgraded yet was my video card. im running it on the pci bus and it sucks. My mobo is on the 975x chipset and am planning to do crossfire.

 

[Jebazor]

For under $200....
... x1800gto or a 7600gt.

 

[raven_87]

For under $200....
... x1800gto or a 7600gt.

What he said. Do NOT buy an X1600 --I'm begging you.

Anywho, how long before you get the rest of your $$ for the Crossfire?