 Sikki
join:2000-09-19
Smithfield, RI | Want to upgrade my video card. I am currently using a ATI Radeon HD 4870 X2. I want to be able to get a DX 11 NVIDEA card for about $150 that would be at least as good as my current card. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!! |
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 pnjunctionTeksavvy ExtremePremium
join:2008-01-24
Toronto, ON
kudos:1 | I think you would have to get at least a 560 which starts at about $180 to match the raw power of the 4870 x2. The 550ti is in your price range but relatively underpowered.
I would hold off if you can, Nvidia and AMD should both be releasing new product lines in early 2012. |
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 KrisnatharokCaveat EmptorPremium
join:2009-02-11
Earth Orbit
kudos:3 | reply to Sikki
A 560 (non-ti version) can be had for around $150 if you shop Newegg for Mail-In Rebates. |
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I'm not sure you're going to get where you want to go on that budget. |
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Re: Want to upgrade my video card. I think some more questions need to be asked....
What CPU are you using?
What screen resolution is your screen?
What games do you play?
I agree with dissembled though, for 150 you're very limited.
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1 edit | Hi,
I don't think if you will get in that amount,then you may have to go for second hand |
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Sikki
join:2000-09-19
Smithfield, RI | reply to Sikki
Well I took all the advice to get a 560 ti card to replace the Radeon. I installed in last night and was blown away. Thanks for all the advice!
The card I ended up getting is:
»www.amazon.com/dp/B004JLNZXU/ref···sce_dp_1 |
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That's an excellent card, especially the MSI FROZR. It's just that it was $80 past your original budget. 
I have a feeling you're thinking right now it was well worth the extra. |
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Sikki
join:2000-09-19
Smithfield, RI | Yea but after looking at the 550 ti and comparing it to the 560 ti, it was an obvious choice. Guess the kids get one less present each! lol |
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