Which video card would be best for this purpose?

[Guest]

I've just purchased a computer for a specific reason which is to watch rmvb media files (realplayer) on my hdtv. I understand that my hdtv has no effect on the clarity of the media due to the file itself. My question now is, what kind of video card do i need for this purpose? Can i use any video card as long as it has hdmi/s video option? Does spending a $200+ video card be any different from a $50 video card? I will not be using this computer for any type of graphics development or gaming. Any light shed would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

 

[drums101]

for jus watching HD movies you dont need to spend alot on a video card all you need to get is a card that has the connectivity that you need like say an hdmi port or s-video you do not have to buy gaming cards to run movies.....I would recomend getting a card thats queit cuz nothin ruins a movie like a loud video card fan

 

[FallenSniper]

Something like this should work fine for you, and it's very inexpensive after the mail in rebate.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121320