Hey,
I am buying a new Dell XPS with
i7-920 2.6 GHz
8 gb RAM
I need a few suggestions regarding the video card. It comes stock with an ATI 4350 512mb, which is a piece of junk i gather.
My question is whether i should:
1) upgrade to the 4670 512mb (offered by dell)
2) upgrade to the 4850 512mb (offered by dell)
3) get the system stock with the 4350 and replace that with a 4850 1GB
I will be using the system for gaming and other general use. I dont have unlimited funds and am looking to spend around $1200-1400.
In my decision i have to worry about warranty, support and reliability for the computer. Clearly with my first 2 options i am good for warranty, support and reliability. With the third, since its not from dell there may be issues.
Which option is the overall best in terms of performance, value and reliability?
I am buying a new Dell XPS with
i7-920 2.6 GHz
8 gb RAM
I need a few suggestions regarding the video card. It comes stock with an ATI 4350 512mb, which is a piece of junk i gather.
My question is whether i should:
1) upgrade to the 4670 512mb (offered by dell)
2) upgrade to the 4850 512mb (offered by dell)
3) get the system stock with the 4350 and replace that with a 4850 1GB
I will be using the system for gaming and other general use. I dont have unlimited funds and am looking to spend around $1200-1400.
In my decision i have to worry about warranty, support and reliability for the computer. Clearly with my first 2 options i am good for warranty, support and reliability. With the third, since its not from dell there may be issues.
Which option is the overall best in terms of performance, value and reliability?