Would a 6800GT be CPU limited

[caraba]

I want to replace my aging 21' CRT with a 2005fpw. In my current situation with a 5900xt I can only play at "acceptable" framerates at 1024x768 with only moderate eyecandy. I figured that if I replace the monitor I need to replace the video card too, but I'm wondering if then my CPU will be severely limiting the overall performance to the point where I would be better off replacing everything.

Your comments are appreciatted.

 

[mwmorph]

yes.

 

[imported_itr]

you're better off with a 6600gt instad.

 

[bjc112]

2.66 IS 533fsb correct?

Bumping up to 1GB of ram will help quite a bit in current games..

I figure @ 2.4ghz this AXP is about on par with a P4 3ghz (800mhz) and my 6800GT screams..

I would say you are slighty limited now, but then again, once you eventually upgrade your CPU as well, your 6800GT will still be able to use all that bandwidth..

i say go for the 6800GT.

Or even the X800XL to save $100

 

[caraba]

Thanks for you comments. A 6600GT wouldn't be what I consider a real improvement. I guess I'll have to try with the 6800GT and see how it works. The 800XL would be an excelent option but my motherboard is AGP.

 

[imported_Hi]

ive seen a AGP X800xl ill find link


edit

here

 

[cbehnken]

what would be better is to tough it out or replace everything with a pci-e system.

 

[MDE]

Slightly, but turn on AA or AF and you'll get the most out of the card.