Why the big price difference between the NVIDIA GeForce2 GTS 32MB VS. 64MB

[bupkus]

Why the big price difference between the NVIDIA GeForce2 GTS 32MB VS. 64MB

I was checking out AnandTech's Weekly Price Guide and noticed this big price difference between the

NVIDIA GeForce2 GTS 32MB
and the
NVIDIA GeForce2 GTS 64MB

It's over twice the price.
Never mind the side issue. After reading the Sharky Extreme article about 2D performance and eyestrain, I've decided to stay with the G450. Thanks all.
Side issue:
I'm trying to decide between the NVIDIA GeForce2 GTS 32MB and the Matrox G450 single head for my almost entirely 2D work. People have recommended the Matrox, but would the NVIDIA have a real 2D downside? I don't game, but I just might (some) if I like current 3D. I'm curious about gaming in Linux. If the NVIDIA can deliver decent 2D and stability in Win & Linux, why not?

 

[Tonec]

Depends on what size monitor you have. Generally speaking, nvidia cards are on par with matrox up to 1024x768. If you have a good monitor and are picky, you'll notice the 2d difference as you go up in resolution. It also depends on which brand gts you buy, some people are claiming that the elsa has above average 2d. You'll probably want to go see in person before you buy.

 

[BFG10K]

Video RAM is very expensive. Also you're paying for having the biggest video card on the block.

 

[BW]

Actually the fastest. My 5500 is way bigger but i dont live on his block.

 

[BFG10K]

When I say "bigger" I mean the best. I didn't literally mean the card's size.
LOL! 🙂