Old 65nm GTX 260 is MORE EXPENSIVE than 55nm Version

[Mr136]

Is there a reason that Newegg is selling the old 65nm GTX 260 for $10 more than the new 55nm version? In fact, if I recall correctly, even the old GTX 260 sold for less than what they are asking now. I thought the new 55nm process was supposed to LOWER prices, not RAISE them.


$279.99 Normal 65nm GTX 260 Core 216:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16814130398

$269.99 New 55nm GTX 260 Core 216:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16814130434

I did read some reviews that said the 55nm version runs hotter than the 65nm, so maybe they are justifying it that way. Either way, I think this is a bit of a price gouge considering the cheaper manufacturing process and the upcoming GTX 295.

 

[Quiksilver]

The 55nm versions will be replacing the 65nm ones. The 65nm versions are short on stock sames they're switching over. So, it drives the price up.

 

[Mr136]

What? If you are trying to sell off our old cards that are inferior to the new ones, why would you drive the price UP?

 

[Hauk]

Newegg has inflated pricing on all 260 cards while lowering pricing on the 280. Others have followed suit. IMO it's to help steer those on the fence to buying the 280, perhaps to clear them out once and for all.

All 260's will come back down very soon I'm guessing, with 65nm gone for good. Interesting though, is 280 pricing. I study it all and keep thinking there's a wildcard, which is 285's MSRP. $349-$379 anyone?