Ti4200 vs. AIW 8500

[brendini]

Simple question. Want TV tuner functionality, but it's not an absolute must. How well will an all in wonder 8500 hold up over the next 1-2 years? Is it comprable to the Ti4200? I've heard that the new versions come with 3.3ns ram, but is this true? If so then it would have a higher clock speed than the Ti4200. How about overclocking compared to the Ti4200. I know this is a lot of quesitons, but thanks to all who respond!

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[Rubberbband]

From my perspective (I've had both of these video cards), the GF4 will beat the ATI in pure brute force. The ATI had a crisper image both in 2d and 3d. IF a TV Tuner is a must go with the AIW. You could also get the GF4 and buy a TV Tuner card. Both cards are good performers what I would base my decision on is cost. For all kinds of info on ATI cards, go to this forum: <A HREF="http://www.rage3d.com/" target="_new">http://www.rage3d.com/</A>

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[LumberJack]

Agreed... personally I chose AIW8500, and I have no major complaints... It also overclocks quite nicely.

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[brendini]

How nicely? If it really overclocks nicely, then it would definatley be my choice, as many people have trouble ocd'ing their Ti4200's. Do you think it will last a year or so? By then I'll be able to upgrade to an AIW 9700.

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[baldurga]

Well, it seems you really want the AIW package. I think that ATI sells a PCI card with AIW functinality except graphic card. I mean, get that ATI card and combine with whatever GPU you want. And you also don't have to spend money every time for AIW functionality. Get my point?

I have made something similar. I have an Avermedia PCI card just to see TV (not comparable with AIW, but enough for my needs), and I just update de GPU. And I don't have any problems of space, because I only use one PCI for NIC and that's all (my mobo has six). I suppose you are in a similar situation ...


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