Brand Names + 8800GTS vs. 9800GTX

[cjv4]

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.

 

[omahagtp]

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

 

[dagger]

They're the same.

 

[tekzor]

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

 

[cjv4]

I live in Canada gogogo!!

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

 

[tekzor]

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

 

[L1qu1d]

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.

 

[cjv4]

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.

 

[L1qu1d]

lol good luck with your purchases

 

[nukchebi0]

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

 

[L1qu1d]

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!

 

[cjv4]

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?

 

[L1qu1d]

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

 

[cjv4]

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

 

[cjv4]

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.

 

[TheGreatGrapeApe]

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.

 

[cjv4]

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

 

[kellytm3]

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

 

[dagger]

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!

 

[g8r]

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

 

[dagger]

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?

 

[cjv4]

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

Will they step-up an 8000 series card? Or just 9000 series cards?

 

[L1qu1d]

Yeah man college and Spadina is the SH*T! lol Go to Filtech Computers, that guy will hook u up good Cheaper than Canada computers most of the time. Their motto is, its either the same price or cheaper

 

[badgtx1969]

Filtech- they don't have the 'best' selection in terms of some things, but you are right cash is king w/the Asians!

I like R.O.T., a lot of times they have things you can't find anywhere else around College-Spadina or Markham.

 

[cjv4]

Just checked out the Filtech site. Solid deals, especially since I know it would be even cheaper when you show them $1000+ cash.

Liquid, how much do you think they would let a 9800GTX or 8800GTX go for?

Also, anything you buy there still has legit warranties with the manufacturers as long as you register it, right?