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I'm picking up an 8800GT... the only question is which brand?   I am not in good health and consequently don't want to get into the risk of overclocking.  Here's what I found:
 


The title really asks the question, and I'm curious what you think?
 
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I like the msi with the 2 slot cooler. 8800 gt's run hot so it's a good addition and worth the extra $15. Evga does have a better rep for quality along with a lifetime warrenty. But personally I'd go with the msi.

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No, I would consider the MSI over the Evga based on the different cooling system. I had a 8800gt (which i returned for the GTS 512 based on the better cooling/performance) and I did not like the stock cooling. That is just my opinion, I would suggest doing more research but that is what I would do.

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Yeah I think the MSI is a good value because of its cooler. But remember that EVGA offers a lifetime warranty. I can't remember what MSI offers. I believe its 3 or 5 years. But I'm sure theres a good chance before then you'll get a new card.


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EVGA also offers a dual-slot cooler you can add yourself for $40.  The EVGA warranty (which covers overclocking and removal of the HSF) and Step-Up program is worth it IMO.


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wip99gt wrote :

I like the msi with the 2 slot cooler. 8800 gt's run hot so it's a good addition and worth the extra $15. Evga does have a better rep for quality along with a lifetime warrenty. But personally I'd go with the msi.


 
Blah MSI - expect it to go a$$ up


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Hmm, I just found the MSI GTS card that turns out to be $20 more than the GT.  Worth it, right?

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Debatable, the big reason everyone usually cites for going to the GTS is the better cooler, the performance is only marginally better.  If your willing to part with the $20, its a better card, but not necessarily alot better.
 
Forgot to mention, I own the MSI card, was running crysis on all high at 1680x1050 last night to see how my case cooling was doing, card never went over 52C.


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I'm grabbing a monitor with a native resolution of 1920x1200.  Is that a factor in this decision at all?


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