Time to chose which GTX!

[3nn10]

Alright, I'm planning to buy all of my parts within the next couple of weeks. My biggest question now is which two GTX460s to get?!
2x http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130566 ?
I've noticed some of the 460s are "TR" and some are "AR" looks like TR is more expensive, not sure why?
Still not completely decided on the 2x460 or 1x480 (and another 480 later on if i need it) Seems like 2x460 is better for now, but 1x480 could be better later when I get another 480... But unless anyone has a good reason not to, I think I'll stick with the 2x460.

Please let me know which 460 (brand, specs...) you all think is the best for SLI (No price restriction as to which 460 it is, just whichever two will be best.)


http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/290214-31-high-gaming-machine is my post with the machine specs. I'm also debating on which Mobo to get, as originally I wasn't planning to SLI, so now I have to decide which MOBO to get! I'd like to stay under $400, and have 3/3/3 supported, and if possible I'd like to be able to use my sound card along with my 2x 460s. (Will be using an i7 920 or 930.)


Thanks for all of the help!

* Oh also, looking to get a new monitor for go along with all of this. I'm thinking ~24" led lcd... any suggestions?

 

[borisof007]

I think for the price, and performance, the 1gb Palit Sonic Platinum 460 will do you best.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814261076&cm_re=460_palit_sonic-_-14-261-076-_-Product

It has a nice OC on it, which means the warranty will still cover it while it's factory oc'd, costs 250, has a good cooling solution on it, and can "compete" with a 5850 in performance.

Not a bad deal!

 

[borisof007]

This monitor also looks good.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824001389

 

[Petey1013]

I wouldnt buy anything but evga, but thats just me. I like knowing the company I buy from is gonna have my back no matter what.