Potential Build/GPU Suggestions
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Hey all, so I'm about to throw a few more bucks into my machine and looking for some input on GPU choice.
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Current Specs:
Motherboard: ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe AM2 NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP ATX AMD
(http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...)
RAM: Patriot Extreme Performance 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800
(http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...)
CPU: AMD Athlon 64 X2 4800+ Brisbane 2.5GHz 2 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM2 65W
(http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...)
Power: ENERMAX Liberty ELT500AWT 500W ATX12V
(http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...)
GPU: EVGA 7900GS KO 256MB
(http://www.hardwarezone.com/articles/view.php?cid=3&id=...)
Windows Vista
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So I've been looking at cards like the Radeon 4870 and Nvidia 250, but haven't really settled on anything yet.
What card(s) do you guys think will bring the most improvement to the system for gaming (Dragon Age, L4D, Mass Effect...) for <$200?
Also, I am considering doubling up on RAM - worthwhile?
Thanks!
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Current Specs:
Motherboard: ASUS M2N-SLI Deluxe AM2 NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP ATX AMD
(http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...)
RAM: Patriot Extreme Performance 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800
(http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...)
CPU: AMD Athlon 64 X2 4800+ Brisbane 2.5GHz 2 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM2 65W
(http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...)
Power: ENERMAX Liberty ELT500AWT 500W ATX12V
(http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...)
GPU: EVGA 7900GS KO 256MB
(http://www.hardwarezone.com/articles/view.php?cid=3&id=...)
Windows Vista
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So I've been looking at cards like the Radeon 4870 and Nvidia 250, but haven't really settled on anything yet.
What card(s) do you guys think will bring the most improvement to the system for gaming (Dragon Age, L4D, Mass Effect...) for <$200?
Also, I am considering doubling up on RAM - worthwhile?
Thanks!
More about : potential build gpu suggestions
I did a little more digging, and it's looking like ATI is giving me more bang for my buck in the $100-$200 range right now - does that seem right?
Specifically, I'm looking at XFX 4890 right now, seems solid for $170.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
And, a quick double check, my mobo has a Nvidia nforce 570 chipset, this works fine with an ATI card?
Specifically, I'm looking at XFX 4890 right now, seems solid for $170.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
And, a quick double check, my mobo has a Nvidia nforce 570 chipset, this works fine with an ATI card?
^good choice. I would have to admit that this card is the best bang for your buck at under $200. There is the 5770 that offers DX11 support, however, my fear is that even with DX11 support it may struggle with DX11 games. I think the safest bet is the 4890 what will give you a huge boost in power over your current card. The XFX card you picked out has a nice cooler and MIR. It's a good price.
I suggest a GTS250 and leave it as is since it is a big jump from 7900GS. Leave the cpu upgrade until later since not all AM2 boards support AM3 CPU´s. I can not find any on this list http://asus.com/product.aspx?P_ID=szSFtrap7crpBaQE&temp...
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