R9 280X Benchmarks Available

[thismafiaguy]

Here you go guys, if you haven't just seen it. The 280X is apparently a polished and rebranded HD 7970, much like what the GTX 770 is to the GTX 680. But nevertheless, its $299 MSRP will surely shake up the market, especially for the GTX 770s that are priced at around $399.

http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews/gpu_displays/asus_radeon_r9_280x_review/12

 

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[thismafiaguy]

The 280X seems to compete mostly with the GTX 770, but I've seen conflicting results from different sources, as in which card is faster in a certain game at a certain resolution. I guess we have to take into account that the test systems are different, and it's not the same 280X vs. the same GTX 770.

 

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You also have to look at the number and type of benchmarks being used. TechPowerUp, where that chart is from, uses 18 of the most popular gaming benchmarks, far more than any other review site.

 

[thismafiaguy]

If you were about to spend $400 on a GTX 770, would these benchmark results affect your decision?

 

[nikoli707]

rebranded cards have absolutely positively no advantage or previous generations.... this is pointless

 

[thismafiaguy]

True, but now the 7970s are going to be on sale for less than $300, which would be quite a bargain

 

[Alliance76177]

If one was to be upgrading his video card in anticipation of BF4, which card would he go with? Specs below:

CPU: AMD FX 8350 @ stock 4ghz with stock cooler
Motherboard: Gigabyte 990FXA-UD3
RAM: 32GB GSkill Sniper Series PC3-14900
HD: 2X Samsung 840 Pro 256GB
Video Card: EVGA nVidia GTX 660
Monitor: ACER 27" LED S271HL @1920 x 1080
Case: Antec Three Hundred
Powersupply: Antec Earthwatts 650wt

 

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If BF4 is the only game you're playing, then the R9-280X for $300 is the way to go. If, like me, you're also looking forward to checking out the advanced PhysX effects in Call of Duty: Ghosts, then a GTX 760 or 770 are essential.