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Austin Rodriguez41 Austin Rodriguez41 Member
12 messages
joined Nov 2009
#921 ·
Have you checked any other local retailers? It seems highly unlikely that they aren't available anywhere else... 😁
Many cards on the market today share similar price points, yet the actual performance and capabilities between them vary by a vast margin.
Nicole Thompson76 Nicole Thompson76 Member
11 messages
joined Nov 2008
#922 ·
So, I checked with two different places and one of them should be dropping it off later today—but honestly, I figured I'd just spend a little more time poking around and asking around in the meantime. 😁
Paul Ross81 Paul Ross81 Newcomer
3 messages
joined Nov 2009
#923 ·
James Morris4 said:@Paul Ross81/">@@Paul Ross81
What resolution are we talking about here? And what else is in this build?

@new D1
The AMD Radeon HD 4890 Vapor-X
Generally speaking, the 4890 outperforms the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260—it’s actually sitting right up there with the GTX 275. Honestly, pushing a 4890 past 1 GHz isn't even an issue if you do it manually at home, so why bother paying a premium for a factory overclock? Plus, the Vapor-X comes with a stellar cooler—way better than the stock one found on the more expensive 4890 models. It’ll handle things just fine, even if you decide to go the voltmod route to hit that 1GHz+ core clock.

So, the setup would be a Quad-core Intel i5
with 4 GB of Corsair 1333MHz RAM
running on a Gigabyte P55 UD3 motherboard
I'm not entirely certain about the PSU, but I think a
550W Corsair modular unit should cut it.
Resolution is 1680x1050, using a 20-inch Samsung monitor.
wiredmarlin5 wiredmarlin5 NewcomerOP
2 messages
joined Apr 2009
#924 ·
Paul Ross81 said:Well, the build would feature a Quad-core processor and an i5
with 4 GB of Corsair 1333MHz RAM
running on a Gigabyte P55 UD3 motherboard
as for the power supply, I'm not entirely certain, but I think it should be enough...
maybe a 550 W Corsair modular unit?
The resolution is 1680x1050, and the monitor is a 20-inch Samsung 20

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 is actually a fantastic choice! In that specific tier, the AMD Radeon HD 4890 might pull ahead just a tiny bit in terms of raw speed, though it does tend to come with a higher price tag...

Nowadays, a 22" monitor seems to be the standard, although you can certainly find 23" or even 24" models if you're looking for something a little more substantial for your setup. As far as the power supply goes, a Corsair CX400 should definitely get the job done for you, but if you're feeling like you want something with a bit more breathing room—something more robust, perhaps—then opting for the Corsair HX650 would be a really solid move, even if it does cost closer to $283.
Paul Ross81 Paul Ross81 Newcomer
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joined Nov 2009
#925 ·
wiredmarlin5 said:The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 is a solid pick. The AMD Radeon HD 4890 might be a bit faster in that tier, but it'll also bite a little harder at your wallet.

Nowadays, a 22" monitor is pretty much the baseline, though you can grab 23" or 24" models if you're looking for something slightly larger. As for power, a Corsair CX400 should get the job done—but if you want more breathing room, going with an HX650 would be a smart move, even if it runs closer to $283.

Yeah, well, standards change. When I picked up my Samsung 20 about three and a half years ago, that was way beyond what anyone called "standard," but technology moves fast, man. Look, you can't go wrong with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260. Regarding the PSU—my main priority is just making sure everything runs smooth without any hiccups. Will the Corsair CX400 actually hold up? I've got two 500 GB hard drives running in there too!
wiredmarlin5 wiredmarlin5 NewcomerOP
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joined Apr 2009
#926 ·
Oh, absolutely, you’ll have no trouble at all getting everything up and running with that Corsair CX400... it should handle the load just fine without breaking a sweat!
Brenda Kim86 Brenda Kim86 Newcomer
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joined Jan 2009
#927 ·
Would it be better to go with the $150 Vtx3d HD4670 512MB or the $170 Vtx3d HD4670 1GB? I guess you might see some difference between them, right?
Maybe I should look at something else entirely, since my processor is pretty weak—just a Pentium 4 3GHz. I can't quite decide if I should grab a weaker card now ($67) and upgrade later, though that feels like throwing money away, maybe up to $167 max.

I honestly can't find any reviews for the 1GB version anywhere...
My monitor resolution is 1680x1050 on a 22'' screen.
I have an AOpen 400W power supply—just picked it up a few days ago. I hope it's decent! I think I read somewhere that it's basically the same as a Fortron, like they're made by the same company, but I can't quite remember where.
I'm also wondering how loud these cards get and what the actual difference is between brands like Sapphire, Gigabyte, or Vtx (or whatever else is out there).

James Morris4 said:The 4670 will definitely bottleneck your gameplay (and a lot depends on the resolution, I guess).

This part actually worried me a bit, just as I thought I found a good deal! Could someone explain this or confirm if it's true? Is it because it runs on a 128-bit bus?

Edit: Since I'm asking anyway, what would be the GeForce equivalent for this?
Daniel Scott25 Daniel Scott25 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Nov 2009
#928 ·
Hey there!
So, I’m planning on picking up a brand-new PC next month—probably right around the holidays, maybe 🙂—and I’ve been scratching my head over which graphics card would be the best fit for me. I’ve always had a soft spot for AMD Radeon HD series cards 😉.
I'll be running at a resolution of 1280x1024
. I was originally looking at the 4850, 4870, or perhaps the 5750 (maybe even stepping it up to a 5770)
. What do you guys think I should go with? I'm also keeping the possibility of a Crossfire setup in mind for down the road, though I might just stick to a single card 😁.
Oh, and while I'm at it, any suggestions for a solid power supply to go along with it? 🙂
Kyle Sanchez4 Kyle Sanchez4 Newcomer
4 messages
joined Dec 2009
#929 ·
Ask about Christmas later, not right now.
Robert Rodriguez2 Robert Rodriguez2 Regular
353 messages
joined Jul 2015
#930 ·
Alright, I've got this Asus P4V800D-X motherboard
Motherboard

* Need an AGP or PCI-E card? Not sure. Since the board supports both with AGP and PCI-E slots, which one makes more sense for me?
* What's your current/future setup and power supply?
Asus P4V800D-X, Intel Celeron D 2.66, 640mb DDR 400 (upgrading to 2x1gb DDR 400 soon), 80gb Maxtor ATA drive (switching to a SATA WD 250 gb shortly), Fortron 400W PNF power supply.
* What resolution are you playing at? 1024x768, moving to 1280x720 on a new monitor next month
* How much money are you looking to spend?Around $300$133
* Which stores are you considering?Anywhere in Indianapolis, as long as it's cheap😁
* Any other specific requirements? Quiet and doesn't overheat too much
Nathan Rogers Nathan Rogers Newcomer
1 message
joined Nov 2009
#931 ·
http://www.pointofview-online.com/sh...uct_id=6...sto what do you guys think about this card...
Kyle Sanchez4 Kyle Sanchez4 Newcomer
4 messages
joined Dec 2009
#932 ·
Robert Rodriguez2 said:Alright, I'm running this Asus P4V800D-X board
Motherboard
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AMD Radeon HD 4650 or HD 4670

The motherboard is ancient.
Socket 478, RIP, and PCIe 😲

Nathan Rogers said:http://www.pointofview-online.com/sh...uct_id=6...sto What do you think about this card?

Write out the model. The link doesn't show it.
Robert Rodriguez2 Robert Rodriguez2 Regular
353 messages
joined Jul 2015
#933 ·
Kyle Sanchez4;23670466 said:hd4650 or hd4670

that motherboard is a joke
it’s an old socket 478, RIP, and it uses pcie 😲
>

what is that even supposed to ( bolded ) mean 😁
Karen Garcia5 Karen Garcia5 Member
10 messages
joined Jan 2012
#934 ·
A pretty damn rare combo here 😁
Nicole Thompson76 Nicole Thompson76 Member
11 messages
joined Nov 2008
#935 ·
Daniel Scott25 said:Hey there! What's up?
So, I'm looking at picking up a new rig next month—probably right around Christmas time, I guess. 🙂So, I was sitting here wondering—given my current setup—which graphics card would actually be a good fit for me? I've always had a bit of a soft spot for AMD, so I’d definitely prefer to stick with an AMD Radeon HD series card if possible. 😉
1280x1024 resolution
I was actually thinking about grabbing an AMD Radeon HD 4850, a 4870, or maybe even a 5750—possibly even stepping up to a 5770 if I can swing it.
So, what would you guys recommend? I'm looking for something that could potentially handle a Crossfire setup down the road—though, honestly, I might just stick to a single card if it makes more sense at the time. What do you think? 😁)
And honestly, if you're looking to grab a decent power supply while you're at it—something that won't quit on you mid-game—that'd be a solid move. 🙂

You just listed off some of the absolute heavy hitters there—pretty much the top tier of what's out right now. I think I saw people over on Bug raving about the 5770s recently, too. Honestly, though? At this point, you really can't go wrong with any of them. It’s less about making a "wrong" choice and more about how much you actually want to bleed for that extra bit of performance. It all just comes down to how much cash you're willing to part with for a specific card.
Olivia Gonzalez3 Olivia Gonzalez3 Newcomer
1 message
joined May 2009
#936 ·
Hey everyone! So, I'm thinking about picking up an NVIDIA GeForce GTX series setup... or maybe I'll just snag something from the 5800 series online instead.
I'm currently running an Intel Core i5
on a Package Socket 775 LGA
with an ASUS P5K motherboard
and 2 GB of RAM (though I definitely plan on grabbing two more sticks soon)

Do you guys think I'd run into any issues putting a card like that into my current rig? I really don't want to accidentally drop money on a GPU that's totally overkill or just won't play nice with my setup.
James Morris4 James Morris4 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Feb 2011
#937 ·
What kind of power supply are you running?
Olivia Gonzalez3 Olivia Gonzalez3 Newcomer
1 message
joined May 2009
#938 ·
James Morris4 said:What kind of power supply are you running?

I can't quite remember which year back in 2008 I picked up that Cooler Master—I think I paid about $167 for it, but I'll have to double-check where I can look that up.
James Morris4 James Morris4 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Feb 2011
#939 ·
Maybe you could take a quick look at the computer itself, or check the PC specs if you have them handy.
All those X2 cards pull a massive amount of power just to run, so I wouldn't recommend picking one up unless you're sure you have enough wattage and amperage to handle it.

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