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PCI E graphics card
- Thread starter Ant1
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http://www.microdirect.co.uk/(16579)INNO3D-GeForce-8800-GTS-320MB-DDR3-PCIE-HDTV.aspx
bargain (just slightly over budget but well worth the extra £££)
INNO3D GeForce 8800 GTS 320MB DDR3 PCI-E, HDTV, Dual DVI,
bargain (just slightly over budget but well worth the extra £££)
INNO3D GeForce 8800 GTS 320MB DDR3 PCI-E, HDTV, Dual DVI,
Damage repaired
Try a Nvidia 6600GT.They may be an old card but they still run everything with no problems.i currently run 6600GT's on both my machines without any problems.The 256mb card is the one.I also play CODUO and COD2 and have been since they were released.
http://www.eclipsecomputers.com/product.aspx?code=GC-XN66D256GT&af=50
http://www.eclipsecomputers.com/product.aspx?code=GC-XN66D256GT&af=50
Darren S
ClioSport Club Member
^^^^ - yep, 8800 (Longy) all the way m8.
Unless you can find some cheap 7900 cards knocking about. Not DX10 capable, but CoD2 does utilise SLi optimisation. I noticed a big improvement when the 2nd 7900GTX card was used.
D.
Unless you can find some cheap 7900 cards knocking about. Not DX10 capable, but CoD2 does utilise SLi optimisation. I noticed a big improvement when the 2nd 7900GTX card was used.
D.
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rich[182]
This is worth a quick read
http://tomshardware.co.uk/2007/02/06/the_best_gaming_video_cards_for_the_money_uk/
http://tomshardware.co.uk/2007/02/06/the_best_gaming_video_cards_for_the_money_uk/
Well confused now. So many to choose from! SO is this any good? Never heared of the branding before.
Thats the card I have currently although it is fantastic (hope u got a meaty PSU) it is only DX9 compat. where the 8800 is DX10.
Darren S
ClioSport Club Member
I said it would be good if he found some 'cheap' really. Maybe eBay or Amazon? DX10 games are still a bit off yet and you'll need Vista too.
Depends how desperate he is to get CoD2 back up and running!
D.
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rich[182]
My choice would be between
ATI X1950Pro £130ish
ATI X1950XT (then overclock to XT-X specs) £165ish
NVIDIA 8800GTS 320Mb version £205
Most of the reviews make a point of saying that although the 8800GTS is DX10, it's more than likely that the 320Mb memory may hinder performance at/over 1600x1200 with AA/AF maxed out and recommend if your going the DX10 route to have minimum 640Mb memory, but thats prob another £60
ATI X1950Pro £130ish
ATI X1950XT (then overclock to XT-X specs) £165ish
NVIDIA 8800GTS 320Mb version £205
Most of the reviews make a point of saying that although the 8800GTS is DX10, it's more than likely that the 320Mb memory may hinder performance at/over 1600x1200 with AA/AF maxed out and recommend if your going the DX10 route to have minimum 640Mb memory, but thats prob another £60
I said it would be good if he found some 'cheap' really. Maybe eBay or Amazon? DX10 games are still a bit off yet and you'll need Vista too.
Depends how desperate he is to get CoD2 back up and running!
D.
hehe wasn't aiming that at you bud - just saying generally
As for PSU - make sure its got the right power connector for PCI-E cards, and 450 is a little low - I know my 1950xt liked more power (and killed a 480w I had).
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rich[182]
^ Soz, had missed that
£188 is an amazing price for what you get, I'm sure it either pips or beats the X1950XT-X in most benchies
£188 is an amazing price for what you get, I'm sure it either pips or beats the X1950XT-X in most benchies
Ok
just to confirm that this is the best card or there abouts for under 200 notes before i buy it!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Inno3D-8800-G...oryZ3762QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Thanks for the advice people.
just to confirm that this is the best card or there abouts for under 200 notes before i buy it!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Inno3D-8800-G...oryZ3762QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Thanks for the advice people.
Turbo'd MX-5 MK4
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rich[182]
I'm sure you cant spend a better £170 on a graphics card, thats a great price
Turbo'd MX-5 MK4
You just have to rub in don't you
lol, sorry mate, spoiling myself, I've not upgraded in ages. I'd take everyone's advice and go 8800.
You just have to rub in don't you
lol, sorry mate, spoiling myself, I've not upgraded in ages. I'd take everyone's advice and go 8800.
:clown: Only mesing you luck barstard! I am now a proud owner of a 8800
Darren S
ClioSport Club Member
I said it would be good if he found some 'cheap' really. Maybe eBay or Amazon? DX10 games are still a bit off yet and you'll need Vista too.
Depends how desperate he is to get CoD2 back up and running!
D.
hehe wasn't aiming that at you bud - just saying generally
As for PSU - make sure its got the right power connector for PCI-E cards, and 450 is a little low - I know my 1950xt liked more power (and killed a 480w I had).
No, no - I see that. I didn't think you were having a go anyway!
As for the PSU, Ant - just stick with a reputable make. My Antec 550w-rated unit happily supports two 7900GTX cards....
D.
On budget £152
HIS ATI Radeon X1950 Pro
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-070-HT&groupid=701&catid=56&subcat=
or over budget £187
HIS ATI Radeon X1950 XT
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-067-HT
HIS ATI Radeon X1950 Pro
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-070-HT&groupid=701&catid=56&subcat=
or over budget £187
HIS ATI Radeon X1950 XT
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-067-HT
