High end card availability

[TourGuide]

Has anyone heard when the card shortage at the high end will be over and supply will - actually be there?

 

[df96817]

Actually they're already available in a pretty good supply. Just gotta check the right online retailers at http://www.pricewatch.com or check places like Best Buy, Circuit City, and CompUSA at the right times.

 

[TourGuide]

I disagree.

When I say "high end" - I'm talking the x800xt PE's and the 6800 Ultras. Those are in such short supply right now that anyone who has supply, is gouging people for them. I understand if the card costs $500, but I've seen MANY prices set by pricewatch retailers for over $650.

The market is NOT saturated. The only way these retailers are doing this is because they know supply is very tight right now.

 

[INGlewood78]

just get a GT and overclock it....

 

[Rhagz]

Here?

Gotta look harder than that.. 499.99 Ultra with a rebate.. what more could you want?

 

[TourGuide]

I saw that.

That works if eVGA is your speed. I've not so nice things about their support. If I'm looking for a BFG ultra, that would be more difficult.

After debating the pros and cons I ended up heading over to Monarch and dropping my dime on an ASUS GT. The bundle is pretty good, and I'll likely OC it to Ultra levels in order to maximize the value.