Choosing video card.

[Jdinh04]

I want to upgrade some parts on my computer this summer and here are my current specs.

Epox 8rda+
Athlon Xp 1700 + 1.47ghz
Maxtor 40.00GB 7,200 RPM
PNY 256MB PC 2100
ATI Rage Pro 128 32MB

My budget is around $100 for video card and memory. I also want my system to be able to support CS Source.

Video Card:
http://www2.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=14-150-059&depa=1

Memory:
http://www2.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=20-145-479&depa=1 OR Kingston 2x 256MB PC3200 for $37.50 shipped.

Let me know what you guys would think about this upgrade.

 

[Amplifier]

You'll probably want to go for a full gig ($80) and get a used 9700/9800 for ($70ish).

 

[exar333]

id say 512 MB ram and them a 9600, should come to be around 100$...

 

[imported_Kensai]

Originally posted by: ExarKun333
id say 512 MB ram and them a 9600, should come to be around 100$...

 

[Jdinh04]

Which 9600? Which ram?

 

[VIAN]

Video Card:
Don't get XFX, cause they suck. And don't get 256MB of RAM. Get 128MB, it will do you fine for how much you are spending. Basically if it's not an X800 or 6800, don't bother with 256MB. This 9600 Pro is a good buy.

Memory:
You max FSB for the Mobo is 333, maybe you should look into investing into the PC2700 if it is cheaper, if not, then don't bother. 512MB is good. A single stick of 512 may be good for upgrading your entire system later about 1 year from now, if you don't think you will be able to, then get the Kingston.

CPU:
Get one. A Sempron 2500+ is like 67 bucks.

 

[Jdinh04]

Alright thanks. I'll probably get the kingston ram for now and will buy everything else this early summer. Thanks again.