Getting an ATI 1600pro

[Glavinsolo]

So I don't play many games lately with finishing up school. So I sold my 7800gt for what I paid for it. I did about 30mins of research and came to the conclusion of a 1600pro. Now I ask you what is better for less money? $100 is my cap. No less than 8pipes. The Card I picked Might go for this One instead.

 

[Munky]

Technically, the x1600 cards have 12 pixel shaders and 4 texture units, so it can act as having anywhere from 4 - 12 pipes, depending on the shader load. But since it's under $100 and you dont plan on gaming much, it looks like the best card for the money.

 

[Avalon]

eVGA has a nice 7600GS model that has a 550mhz clock speed with 12 pixel pipelines, which goes on and off sale anywhere from $99-$115 AR. I'd recommend that.

 

[LW07]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814127176
I recommend this X800 for $103($73 after rebate) plus shipping

or this X800GTO for $115($95 after rebate) plus shipping:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814131425

Both of these have performance faster than a 7600GS or a X1600pro for about the same price, if not less.

 

[beggerking]

get either 1600 or 7600gs
Avivo/purevideo support is worth it.

x800 doesn't have it.

 

[R3LIC]

I would recommend the 7600GS over the X1600Pro. If you can spare the extra ~$20