Sapphire vs. ATI

[rescueswimmer]

Just a quick question about card manufacters. Is one really better than the other. I'm going to purchase an x850xt here shortly and not sure who to go with. I think Sapphire is actually making the board for ATI this time around. Is there any other selling points. Thanks

 

[mwmorph]

it's really just warranty ans customer service. also some have better coolers. BFG is a good company but NV only and quite loud but cool soolers.

 

[KoolDrew]

All will perform the same. The only differences are the ones mentioned by mwmorph.

 

[rescueswimmer]

anybody know who has the better customer support

 

[amol]

Originally posted by: rescueswimmer
anybody know who has the better customer support

i would guess ATI because EVERYTHING is made by them (chipset, card)

 

[Boobers]

Sapphire support is only so-so. I sent in my 9700 Pro for a RMA (Next Day Air, mind you) and it's been three weeks now and I'm still waiting...

The big difference (besides Sapphires apparently lower quality RAM) is warranty:

Built by ATI = 3 year warranty

Powered by ATI (Sapphire) = 1 year warranty (+$15 for RMA return shipping)

You choose which is better... (Not tough, is it?)

 

[mwmorph]

bfg , ledtek and msi(im not sure but i think msi is good.)