Video editing

[rackbag]

Using Pinnicle 14, I7 CPU, 16GB ram what is the best video card

 

[jay2tall]

You don't need much for video editing. Just an entry level card will be fine. What is your budget? Also, what are the specs of your PSU. Do you run a single display or multiple? What res?

 

[rackbag]

You don't need much for video editing. Just an entry level card will be fine. What is your budget? Also, what are the specs of your PSU. Do you run a single display or multiple? What res?

Unlimited budget. What is a PSU? Single display with 1080 resolution. I was thinking of ATI 5870.

Phil

 

[jay2tall]

PSU = Power Supply Unit.

If you are only doing video editing you don't need a 5870, trust me. You aren't rendering anything to the screen. a 4670 may be perfectly adequate.

 

[rackbag]

PSU = Power Supply Unit.

If you are only doing video editing you don't need a 5870, trust me. You aren't rendering anything to the screen. a 4670 may be perfectly adequate.

Good - I am planning on DVR capability and the 5870 has HDMI and I would need it (I think) for multimedia capability as well. Not sure I know what I am talking about but do not want to order a system that is not complete.

Phil

 

[jay2tall]

Good - I am planning on DVR capability and the 5870 has HDMI and I would need it (I think) for multimedia capability as well. Not sure I know what I am talking about but do not want to order a system that is not complete.
Phil

The 5870 is a gaming card and would be a waste if money for you if you do not intend to use it as such. All of the 5xxx series cards come with DVI, HDMI, and Display port. If you are set on a 5xxx card, then just get a 5750 or 5770.

I'd honestly suggest a 4670 as they are used mostly for home theater PC's and heavier desktop graphics. MOST of them have HDMI on the card, just make sure the one you order does. A few do not. They are like $65-$80 as opposed to a 5870 that is $400.

 

[rackbag]

Jay - Thanks - I will oder the 4670 and be sure it has HDMI - Thanks

Phil

 

[jay2tall]

It's a really good card for non gaming graphics and video playback. Some people use it for light gaming, as it doesn't do to bad in that area. For the price its great and it doesn't require much power at all. Good luck.

It also has built in sound when using HDMI, which is a bonus. Up to 7.1 surround sound.

 

[rackbag]

Great _ Thanks again!