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lotussama   02-17-2009 at 06:29:20 PM

I'm looking for a non-too-fancy video upgrade on my PC. Right now I have a P5B Deluxe board by ASUS and a 1950 Pro also by ASUS. I'm running into all kinds of artifacts. Can anyone recommend a mid-range solo card? Thanks!

 

I know this mobo can do crossfire, but I just don't feel like monkeying with it (nor do I know if the PSU can handle it. It says SLI on it, but....you know how it goes.) What's the best option for me?

 

Right now I'm looking at a 9800GTX

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lotussama   02-17-2009 at 06:50:02 PM
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lotussama wrote :

I'm looking for a non-too-fancy video upgrade on my PC. Right now I have a P5B Deluxe board by ASUS and a 1950 Pro also by ASUS. I'm running into all kinds of artifacts. Can anyone recommend a mid-range solo card? Thanks!

I know this mobo can do crossfire, but I just don't feel like monkeying with it (nor do I know if the PSU can handle it. It says SLI on it, but....you know how it goes.) What's the best option for me?

Right now I'm looking at a 9800GTX



Sorry, maybe I'm asking the wrong question....which solo card will give me the most bang for the buck, and does anyone know of any deals out there?

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Bronze Graphics badge coozie7   02-17-2009 at 08:19:08 PM
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When was the last time you removed the card and blew it out? Most of the fans fitted to video cards have a large number of small fins that can be easily blocked by dust or animal fur.
The 9800 is a fine card and performs about the same as a HD4850, either would be a good mid/upper range choice and a decent upgrade from a 1950.
Shaving a few (fill in our local currency here) off, the HD4830 and 9600GT are a bit slower but less expensive.

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lotussama   02-18-2009 at 04:39:35 AM
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That damned cat!

Thanks for the tip. I'll blow out the cat before trying a new card.

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Cranky1970   02-18-2009 at 04:44:29 AM
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I say a 4850 or a 9800 series.

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lotussama   02-19-2009 at 12:02:18 AM
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Thanks for the tips. I went with an EVGA 9800GTX and an Antec 900 to boot. Thanks again.

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