Video card suggestions

[VanTheMan]

I'm building a new system based on an A8N-SLI and a 64 3200+. I've been doing a lot of reading and I'm having some trouble deciding on a video card. I'm trying to keep my costs down, so I'm trying to keep it sub-$160-180. I've been thinking about either a 6800GT or some version of the 7600. I'm not a hardcore gamer, but I do want to future-proof myself a little bit since I upgrade systems like once every 3 years. I'm not going SLI immediately, but I might in the future. I pretty much stick to 10x7 resolution and I don't mind doing some OCing. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

 

[Alaa]

7600GT or x1800GTO will be just great

 

[996GT2]

Originally posted by: Alaa
7600GT or x1800GTO will be just great

QFT

 

[DeathReborn]

As has been said: 7600GT (can go SLI later) or X1800GTO (HIS one might unlock to 16 pipes) and has HDR+AA but no option for SLI later.

 

[996GT2]

Also the Connect3D X1800GTO supposedly ships with all 16 pipes unlocked.

And yes, the X1800GTO can do Crossfire (No dongle), but the cards that it can be paired with are extremely limited and will drop in performance to math the performance of the GTO.

 

[RallyMaster]

Go with a 7900GT if you can afford it (and if you can find one that's in stock)

 

[VanTheMan]

Sadly, the 7900GT costs more than I'm willing to spend on a graphics card. I'm not a hardcore enough gamer to justify all the extra money for the extra performance. I guess I'll try to find a 7600GT in the $160-180 range somewhere. If not, I'll either settle for a 6800GT or break down and spend the extra money. Thanks for all the help!

 

[996GT2]

eVGA N553AX FTW
$164 at the egg AR

 

[VanTheMan]

Dang, good lookout! I swear I checked NE and didn't see that. That $15 MIR pretty much makes the deal. I can't get a 6800GT or a 7600GT at eBay or anywhere for $164. I'm gonna check my bank account and probably get that tonight. Thanks 996GT2!

 

[VanTheMan]

I ended up buying an eVGA 7600GT from the FS/FT forum and it got here today! I'm just waiting on my mobo and PSU so I can test it out!