So I've started playing Age of Conan. My video card is holding me back as I'm having to play the game on "Low" settings to get 28-32FPS. Graphics are STILL better than WoW, lol but I'd like to get better FPS and improve the image quality.
Can't really afford to do it, but I'm thinking about splurging on a video card for Father's Day
Looks like performance between the 9600 GT and 8800 GT aren't a huge difference. I've always liked the idea of going SLI but lets face it, I really can't afford two video cards right now. And by the time I can, it'll be time to upgrade again anyhow.
Using www.pricegrabber.com I've found a couple options.
Lowest price on 9600 GT is a PNY board for $142.
Can also find 9600GT of varying brands from $150-$169 with rebates between $10-$30 depending on e-tailer.
I can get an 8800 GT from Tiger Direct for $179 + shipping and a $30 MIR + a free copy of Company of Heroes (whatever).
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3427124&Sku=P450-8812&SRCCODE=PRICEGRABBER&CMP=OTC-PRICEGRABBER
Anyone have any suggestions from experience on whether I should go 9600 GT or 8800 GT? Pros & cons?
Thanks
Can't really afford to do it, but I'm thinking about splurging on a video card for Father's Day
Looks like performance between the 9600 GT and 8800 GT aren't a huge difference. I've always liked the idea of going SLI but lets face it, I really can't afford two video cards right now. And by the time I can, it'll be time to upgrade again anyhow.
Using www.pricegrabber.com I've found a couple options.
Lowest price on 9600 GT is a PNY board for $142.
Can also find 9600GT of varying brands from $150-$169 with rebates between $10-$30 depending on e-tailer.
I can get an 8800 GT from Tiger Direct for $179 + shipping and a $30 MIR + a free copy of Company of Heroes (whatever).
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3427124&Sku=P450-8812&SRCCODE=PRICEGRABBER&CMP=OTC-PRICEGRABBER
Anyone have any suggestions from experience on whether I should go 9600 GT or 8800 GT? Pros & cons?
Thanks