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Started by Koske | | 9 answers
Which graphics card should i buy
So , here is my dilemma . I'm debating between buying a GTX770 Gigabyte OC 4GB DDR5, DVI/HDMI/DP/256bit/GV-N770OC-4GD or AMD Radeon R9 280X ASUS OC 3GB GDDR5, DVI/HDMI/DP/384bit/R9280X-DC2T-3GD5 , i have the money but I don't know if it's worth it . I'm trying to build a rig that would last 2-3 years .
My current gpu is a 560Ti , i7 3770k processor and my psu is cooler master B700 ( 700W ) , I'm also planning on buying a 24" BenQ XL2411Z LED 144Hz monitor mainly for CS:GO , but I'm also wondering how much the 60-80 fps i would get from my system on some more demanding games like AC Black Flag or BF4 would effect the gameplay .
Also , does 60-80 fps on a 144 Hz look smoother then getting the same fps on a 60Hz monitor ?
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July 14, 2014 4:29:27 AM

Thx for your very useful information guys , im going with the r9 :) 
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July 14, 2014 4:11:58 AM

If R9 290 comes into play, get that..!

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July 14, 2014 4:05:11 AM

The R9 290 is the better performer of that lot. I'd go with that.
July 14, 2014 3:59:59 AM

Hmmm , okay , so i checked the prices , and in my country the r9 and the 770 4GB cost the same , but the 770 2GB is like 55$ cheaper then the r9 and the 770 4GB . Not planning on doing SLI , so would you reccomend i get the r9 4GB or 770 4 GB or 770 2GB ?
a b U Graphics card
July 14, 2014 3:17:59 AM

60+ fps are unnoticeable in 60Hz monitor.. Get the GTX 770, it has more core clock, memory clock frequency, Pixel rate etc.. than R9 280x (pixel rate and texel rate plays important role in games).. And yes, a 144Hz is always smoother than a 60Hz screen..
July 14, 2014 3:13:46 AM

The GTX 760 works amazingly for me, but I mean why not get the 770.
July 14, 2014 3:11:08 AM

go for the GTX if You have no budget problem and want gr8 gamming experience
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July 14, 2014 3:07:12 AM

I have a GTX 770 and it's amazing, I get over 60 FPS in basically every game at max settings 1080p, I wouldn't bother with 4GB VRAM though, unless you plan to SLI. A R9 290 might also be in your budget, have you considered that?
I would recommend (though this is me personally) that instead of a 144Hz monitor you get a good quality IPS panel at 60Hz.

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