PCI video upgrade from integrated video

[mricks86]

I'm trying to upgrade my dad's crappy dell from integrated video.
Unfortunately his dell b110 doesn't have and AGP or PCI-Express slot, so I'm limited to PCI video cards. Currently, the integrated graphics is Intel Extreme 2 with 64mb.
About the only game my dad plays is Tiger Woods Golf, so I am just looking for the cheapest PCI card that will be at least a minor upgrade to his integrated video.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks!

 

[akugami]

What's the CPU and RAM on the Dell?

 

[mricks86]

Pentium 4 2.8ghz cpu (single core) and 1gb PC3200 ram.

 

[VirtualLarry]

Dont they make NV 8000-series mid/low-end in PCI? 8400GS or something?

 

[bobross419]

Newegg
NV 8400 GS, 9400 GT, 9500 GT,
ATI 2400 Pro, 4350,

I can vouch for the 2400 Pro. It can play quite a few games a lower settings. Not the greatest card for gaming, but I was able to play X3: Terran Conflict at 1280x1024 with Moderate graphics and no AA. It holds up well

If that link didn't work then let me know and I'll fix it.

 

[kmmatney]

The link above is a good list. The 128-bit NVidia card will perform a lot better than the 64-bit versions. Even the cheapest card in the list should be a noticable upgrade, though. I would suggest the cheapest (or second cheapest for more memory) card, but if you want more power, then the 9500GT is better than the 9400GT. I prefer a fanless card when buying at the low end - one less thing to break.