8800GT - is a 60MHz difference worth $15?

[Squidmaster]

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:

■EVGA card (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130318)
■MSI card (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127329)

The title really asks the question, and I'm curious what you think?

Thanks!

 

[wip99gt]

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.

 

[espguitarguy232]

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.

 

[pchoi04]

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.

 

[leo2kp]

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.

 

[apache_lives]

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

 

[Squidmaster]

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

 

[B-Unit]

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.

 

[Squidmaster]

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