Basically, on ncix.com, a BFG 8800 GTS is ~$250. An eVGA or XFX version of the same card is ~$325. Is it worth the extra money to get the "better" brand names?

Also, which is better, an 8800GTS or a 9800GTX. Name and expectations would give it to 9800GTX, but they are priced pretty much the same, and benchmarks don't show much difference.

No, plus BFG seems like it's a top tier brand. If not, very close. Just one man's opinion.

They're the same.

8800gt MSI dual slot cooler for 170$ MRI @ newegg gogogogo!

I live in Canada gogogo!!

Actually ncix.com has the BFG 8800GT on for $180 right now.

Thats a good deal and even better if its 2 slot cooler. OC that baby to GTS

generally no it doesn't matter, but for some it does. Galaxy is a cheap brand, and Foxconn. They don't offer as much Warranty (Galaxy 1 year...WTF)

BFG is lifetime warranty, XFX Double LIfetime, EVGA (step up and Lifetime warranty and you can tamper with the cooling)

I think BFG XFX and EVGA are the heavy hitters, where you can buy in confidence, MSI makes cheap parts, but they seem to be reliable.

Personally I'd rather pay a little more and be assured then a little less and on edge.

Sweet, sounds like I will go with a BFG then. The savings means I can put the money to good use somewhere else. Hello SLI maybe.

lol good luck with your purchases

I never buy a card without the security of Step-up.

Step up doesn't do me any good. I buy the cards cheaper than what Evga would sell it, lol I don't need that step up. the Store offers 2 months exchange and 30 days money back lol!

How are you able to swing the cheap cards liquid? connections?

Also, I added it in a little late. Is it worth the money for the 9800GTX over the 8800GTS?

Chinese stores my man. In toronto they are all over. The 9800 GX2 I paid 500$ Cash, When you pay cash, anything is possible

hmmm, I may need to make a trip to TO. Only 45 minutes away.

right now, looks like I am going to go with the eVGA 750i SLi FTW board + 1 BFG 8800GT for now, with another one coming eventually.

Ahh the College & Spadina computer connection

Love going home to visit the parents and take a walk around U of T. Computer Deals and College women, perfect combination.

I get the college women part here at UWO (Western in London), but the deals just don't seem to be there.

BFG has started their own step up program.They started it with the introduction of the 9000 series.

With those step-up programs, won't you just end up spending more money, while thinking you saved money all the while? It's brilliant!

Since my Galaxy caught fire I will be looking for more supported brands. No response from Galaxy with my problem.

Lol, that's a hot card. What did you do to it?