GTX570 Vs 2x6870 crossfire

[mar4356]

Hello all,

About to upgrade my GPU and need some advice. My gaming res is 1680x1050. Looking either to get the gtx570 or two 6870's(crossfire). At 1680x1050 res would I be better off with the single card or with the two 6870's? Would I notice any performance increase using the two 6870's as opposed to the single 570? Thanks!

 

[TemjinGold]

What do you plan on playing? Solitaire? BF3? Something in between? What's the rest of your computer like? We can't answer your questions until you tell us that.

 

[lehtv]

At 1680x1050 a single card is definitely preferable, dual-GPU just isn't needed for high settings and smooth framerates. I think GTX570 is overkill, it's over $100 more expensive than a 560 Ti which isn't too far behind in performance. I think 6950 2GB (for future 'compatibility' on 1080p with games that use a lot of VRAM) is the most that you should consider, while 560 Ti and 6950 1GB would be more cost effective choices.

 

[mar4356]

I will be playing BF3...stuff along those lines. Thanks for the recommendations. I will check out the 560ti as well.

CPU: I2500k
RAM: 8gb ddr3-1600

 

[badb0y]

GTX 560 Ti or HD 6950 is probably fine for you.

 

[Arg Clin]

In same cases you will see a noticeable difference going crossfire even at 1680x1050.

E.g. Metro 2033 @ 1680x1050, maximum IQ on all counts, I get typically around 50-55 fps with CF 6870'es and 20-30 fps with CF turned off.

To me that's the difference between a poor and a good gaming experience.