Upgrade for an x800xl

[monkey333]

Any suggestions on a card upgrade for this? PCIE interface, would like something that will offload the 264 decode from CPU.

Oh and gaming is a must as well, but keep in mind the x800 handles COD4 and UT3 well.

Cost is a factor too, don't have a target but would like to see what models would be a nice upgrade..

Am I asking for too much?

Thanks!

 

[cubeless]

any card released in the past 2 years...

a $99 3870 from newegg sounds like your cheap-but-good for built in hd decoding...

 

[bunnyfubbles]

other factors to consider are processor and resolution, you very well may not need anything more than a $100 3870 even if you can afford something much more

 

[monkey333]

sorry, i am running this on a 50 sony, so im running at 1776 x 1000, since i cannot get 1920 x 1080 to display without overscan..

i know i should ask in a diff forum, but willing to consider offers of a 3850, 3870..

 

[IlllI]

depends on what the rest of your system specs are. people cant really give good recommendations w/o knowing the rest of your system.

 

[monkey333]

good point.

amd 4200, 2 gig ram 6400, ECS AMD690GM-M2, dvi to hdmi video

 

[RussianSensation]

If you dont mind overclocking that cpu to 2.6-2.7ghz, then 4850 for $150 is a nice card. It'll probably be your last upgrade until Nehalem so the extra $50 seems worthwhile.

 

[monkey333]

got any guides to overclocking with stock cooler?

 

[RussianSensation]

CPU Overclocking Guide

Actually is yours a single core or a dual core processor? If you are still running a single core processor, I would look into upgrading your platform.

 

[Denithor]

8800GS ($88AR)
HD3870 ($100AR)
8800GT ($134AR)

Any of these cards will be a nice gaming upgrade and can offload decoding from the cpu.

If you're looking at this for an HTPC type application, go for the 8800GS because its nearly silent (I have two in folding boxes and can't even hear them with the case sides off).

 

[monkey333]

Originally posted by: RussianSensation
CPU Overclocking Guide

Actually is yours a single core or a dual core processor? If you are still running a single core processor, I would look into upgrading your platform.

Dual core, didnt know they did single core of that high of model..

 

[RussianSensation]

Originally posted by: monkey333

Originally posted by: RussianSensation
CPU Overclocking Guide

Actually is yours a single core or a dual core processor? If you are still running a single core processor, I would look into upgrading your platform.

Dual core, didnt know they did single core of that high of model..

Alright, then 4850 would be a decent match. Although 9600GT/3870 for $100 and 8800GT for $120 are great values, I'd spend $40-50 extra for 4850. You'll get FREE AA