Thinking about upgrading to 6950 crossfire, thoughts?

[Carmen813]

I'm debating picking up two of the Sapphire Toxic 6950s for a crossfire setup. I currently run a 5870+5850 (stock clocks) in crossfire. Think this will be a worthy performance boost, or am I better off waiting around for the 7k series?

Edit: Rest of my specs:
i5 750 @ 3.5Ghz
8GB DDR3 @ 1400 MHz
1920x1080 is my gaming resolution

 

[Chinoman]

I wouldn't recommend it, not with the potential for 28nm being released within two quarters' time.

 

[OVerLoRDI]

I'm running dual 6970s. The upgrade would be significant considering how much better the 6 series is at crossfire scaling. Just make sure your cpu can keep up.

Chinoman brings up a valid point. Just keep it in mind.

 

[WaTaGuMp]

As always, resolution info would help.

 

[Silverforce11]

Don't bother, too late now.

5850 CF has enough power for awhile yet. Wait for 28nm.

 

[Spikesoldier]

not a worthy upgrade

wait for 28nm and buy the top card to upgrade

 

[Carmen813]

I added specs to my main post.

I've been debating upgrading my CPU cooler (Hyper 212) for a Corsair H100) or possibly moving over to Sandybridge as well.

 

[Chinoman]

Are you upgrading in anticipation for Battlefield 3, perhaps?

Your current setup with a Sandy Bridge upgrade would kick that game's ass.

 

[Spikesoldier]

I added specs to my main post.

I've been debating upgrading my CPU cooler (Hyper 212) for a Corsair H100) or possibly moving over to Sandybridge as well.

i would either get a better cooler to get another 500+MHz out of the i5, or go to SB with your 212+.

the 2500K wouldnt need much more cooling than a 212+ to hit high clocks. the i5 750 on the other hand, can become a little space heater with enough frequency and voltage.

 

[Carmen813]

Are you upgrading in anticipation for Battlefield 3, perhaps?

Your current setup with a Sandy Bridge upgrade would kick that game's ass.

Pretty much.

Let's just say I have a very good idea of how it performs on my PC right now and it isn't bad by any means, but I came by some money on my bday and am wondering how I can best improve.

Just to clarify, I'm running a 5870 + 5850 currently, not 5850x2.

What about going from the 750 to the 2600k? Seems like a bigger leap then to the 2500k.

 

[Chinoman]

I would go for a 2500k rather than a 2600k and put your 212+ on it. Put the savings toward your future graphics upgrade.

 

[Carmen813]

I would go for a 2500k rather than a 2600k and put your 212+ on it. Put the savings toward your future graphics upgrade.

Yeah, I thought about it...then decided what the hell. My bro is going to buy my current stuff for $250. Ended up going 2600k, Asus p8z68-v pro, and Corsair H100. I'll plan on a video card upgrade in Q1 next year.

 

[videoclone]

one 28nm high end card will smoke two 40nm cards easy... dont waste your time..

wait for 28nm HD7950/70

 

[khon]

Not worth it.

Next gen cards are coming soon, and in any case its doubtful that you'd see much of an improvement given your screen resolution. Surely 5870+5850 is enough to give you solid framerates at 1080p ?