OptimumSlinky Senior member Nov 3, 2009 345 1 76 Apr 4, 2011 #1 Option A: Add a second 5850 and CrossFire. Option B: Sell 5850 and upgrade to 6970. Discuss!
N nanaki333 Diamond Member Sep 14, 2002 3,772 13 81 Apr 4, 2011 #2 i think you'd get more bang for the buck performance wise, adding a second 5850.... but with that comes the increased heat, power and noise.
i think you'd get more bang for the buck performance wise, adding a second 5850.... but with that comes the increased heat, power and noise.
S -Slacker- Golden Member Feb 24, 2010 1,563 0 76 Apr 4, 2011 #3 Crossfired 5850s +~ hd 5970, which is almost 20% faster than a hd 6970 at the same price.