Best Video Card(s) for $100-$120?

[Herr Kutz]

What are the best video cards for $100-$120?

Looking for a card that
- Has no problem running dual monitors (1680x1050 and 1280x1024)
- Can run games smoothly (note: games played are not very graphically intense)
- Is quiet
- Is a worthwhile upgrade from a 7800gt.



I'm thinking this can be done in the $100-120 range, but please let me know if this is not possible, thanks. I've been looking at the nvidia 650.


I am leaning towards an nvidia card since I've had less problems with them, but I would like to see an option for both nvidia and amd in this price category, if possible.

Thanks for any help video card gurus.

 

[A5]

Reviewers recommend the Radeon 7750 or 7770 in that price range. If you get a good price on the 650, then it's a fine option too.

 

[Hitman928]

I've seen a couple 650ti's for $120 after rebate. That would be your best option. If you don't like messing with rebates, a radeon 7770 would be your best option. Either one would be a significant jump from your current card.

 

[wand3r3r]

The 7770 is a bit less powerful then the 650 ti
http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/536?vs=680

The 7770 has a larger lead of the 650 (then the 650ti over the 7770)
http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/536?vs=681

The 7750 vs. 650
http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/535?vs=681

Basically:
7750 < 650 << 7770 < 650 ti

The 650 starts at $90 and the performance drop is pretty big.
The 7750 starts at $90 too and isn't worth considering with the 7770 so close.

I'd go with the MSI HD 7770 for $105 AR
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814127687

Or

The EVGA GTX 650 TI for $120 AR
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130839

Rebates suck but those are probably two of the best bets in that price range if you can do the rebate.

 

[lehtv]

I'd go with the MSI HD 7770 for $105 AR
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814127687

Or

The EVGA GTX 650 TI for $120 AR
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130839

Rebates suck but those are probably two of the best bets in that price range if you can do the rebate.

Here's a dual fan MSI 7770 for $100 AR.