Help with VGA card selection ...

[imported_Sherdil]

Hi,
My first post here.
I am looking to get one of these. I need help in deciding,between Ati 3870 or Nvidia 9600GT or 8800GT

I will be getting a Intel E8400 CPU and a Abit IP35E MB or Gigabyte P35-DS3L (which is better)
Also looking at 2GB of PC667 or PC800 ddr2 Rams.

Need your help and input here.

Thanks

 

[bamacre]

Good deal on memory...
http://shop1.outpost.com/product/5297197
2x1GB Crucial DDR2-800 for $22 AR

HIS 3870 for $175...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16814161218

I prefer Nvidia because, IMO, the vendors are much better. XFX, eVGA offer the best warranties, I think. Tough call on the 9600 GT or 8800 GT, it comes down to what deal you can find.

 

[imported_Sherdil]

Thanks,

What about the MB's..any recommendation .

Cheers

 

[bamacre]

Personally, I would go with the Gigabyte. Others may disagree, but I don't like Abit's support.

 

[imported_Sherdil]

Where i live, i can only get a Sapphire 8750 for USD220.00 at the cheapest.

Would you recommend Nvidia's over the Ati's.?.

Thanks

 

[bamacre]

Sapphire has a horrible rma service.

If you can get a 512MB 8800 GT for a little more, get that. Or a 9600GT for a little less.

 

[imported_Sherdil]

Thanks,
Appreciate your advice.
Cheers