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    PCI Express 2.0 x16 backward compatible

    Oh sorry, forget to tell you, haha. TF2, Mass Effect (2 eventually), Bioshock (2 eventually), Dragon Age. Among others. I've been reluctant to buy too many games until I upgrade a little, the ones I get I make sure to try a demo first, to see if it'll perform ok. Also, I'm reluctant too spend...
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    PCI Express 2.0 x16 backward compatible

    Well it sounds a bit like the video card isn't the problem then, would I get more mileage out of a better processor, performance wise? If I do that instead, I can hold off on the graphics (the 9800GT is only ~$110) for a lil while and upgrade when I have a bit more cash. But you're saying it...
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    PCI Express 2.0 x16 backward compatible

    This card? I thought it was 2.0 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-339-_-Product And unfortunately my processor is the athlon, which I know isn't the greatest. Regardless, do you think this would boost my performance? Or do you think I'd need a new processor AND video card to really see...
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    PCI Express 2.0 x16 backward compatible

    So does that mean the card will be running at slower speed in an x16 slot? Will there be a significant difference in its performance? I was thinking of upgrading to a 9800GT from my old ATi x1650. My processor isn't the fastest (dual core 2.20 Ghz) Will I notice an increase in performance? I...