GTX 470 for $50 - take it?

[t-ray]

I've got a 4770 (non-k) and I'm currently using its onboard graphics. I run linux, and up until very recently, was using the onboard to drive three displays, and I never gamed.

That machine is now pretty much collecting dust, and only runs one monitors. A coworker told me he has an unused GTX 470 and I could have it for $50. This computer is now connected to a single, aging low resolution (< 1080p) display. For $50, it might be worth getting a Windows license and letting my son game a bit.

So the question is this - is it worth spending $50 on this card (plus whatever a windows license will cost) to play some older games?

PS - the power supply is covered.

 

[It's Not Lupus]

that's about how much they get sold on ebay. spending $50 on a new card will probably have less performance than the GTX 470. it's up to you really.

i'm still able to play newer games on lower settings with my GTX 560 Ti.

 

[t-ray]

Roger. Thanks for the feedback.

 

[Flapdrol1337]

I have a gtx 470, all games still work fine on appropriate settings.

 

[Insomniator]

Probably won't get much better for 50 bucks. Can be a loud card though depending on the model.