£100 to spend only... :(

[Paul Iddon]

I need a graphics card for my PC that willdo the following comfortably:


Run COD4 at 1280x1084 online.


Process quickly RAW files in Photoshop.


Unfortunatley, I only have limited funds, around £100 (plus VAT) to spend.


I found this card on Overclockers and wonderd if anyone knew if it would be suitable for my requirements: HERE


If not, what would you suggest in the same price range... I really can't go much over a ton spend...



My PC specs are Asus M2N motherboard, 2Gb Ram, and running Dual Core 2.3 Athlon (so that's a 4.6 I think).


Any help would be greatly appreciated.


Thanks in advance.

Regards.

Paul.

[staffsMike]

Thats an old card, same as I have. Best to get the 9600GT or 8800GT over that one.

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in the super savers section at the top is the 512MB ATi HD3850 pro. It'll certainly play COD4 and any other game at that resolution

[Paul Iddon]

I was told the 9600 GT were not as good as an 8800GTS

So is this one a better proposition for me?


ASUS CARD

or alternatively...

BFG CARD


Sorry if I seem naive, but I am...


Paul.

[staffsMike]

Nvidia in their wisdom made two variants of the 8800GTS.

The first was teh 320/640mb version which I have.

Then they brought out the 512mb version which is a completly different card which is better than the 9600 and 8800 GT lol

There are deals floating around for both of those around £100 - £110

[ackrite26]

can get a 8800Gt for those prices.

BFG GeForce 8800 GT OC 512MB GDDR3 HDTV/Dual DVI (PCI-Express) - Retail GeForce 8800 GT OC 512MB GDDR3 HDTV/Dual DVI (PCI-Express) - Retail

[Paul Iddon]

So Ackrite's suggestion is the winner then?

[Merlin4458]

yes 100%

[staffsMike]

Could save money with this one

Point Of View 8800GT 512MB GDDR3 DVI HDMI PCI-E Graphics Card - Ebuyer

obviously you lose the huge warranty but they are all built in the same factory.
free del. to

[ackrite26]

This one is slightly cheaper and has a better cooler however im not sure how long Gainward offer warranty for. BFG's is 10yrs if you register.

Gainward GeForce Bliss 8800GT 512MB Golden Sample PCI-E DVI x 2 - 471846200-8941 - microdirect.co.uk

[Eddd]

So Ackrite's suggestion is the winner then?

Yes, unless you come across £30 then get an 8800GTS.

[Fornowagain]

For that money, excellent card. Overclock well and more than enough power for you application.

OcUK GeForce 8800 GT 512MB GDDR3 HDTV/DVI (PCI-Express) - Retail

[staffsMike]

This one is slightly cheaper and has a better cooler however im not sure how long Gainward offer warranty for. BFG's is 10yrs if you register.

Gainward GeForce Bliss 8800GT 512MB Golden Sample PCI-E DVI x 2 - 471846200-8941 - microdirect.co.uk

I'd take that one

[nFuriate]

I'll never buy a Gainward again I hated their RMA service. I probably paid for the new card with international phone calls!

[Eddd]

I'd go with the Gainward just because of the price. But be warned: the drivers that come with the Gainwad graphics cards are useless - don't bother installing them, just get the latest ones from the nVidea website

[Paul Iddon]

Thanks for all the feedback folks. I am getting a 8800GT, but it is gonna be a bit cheaper than anticipated. It is a PNY one, but I think it will do the job for me.

You repsonses have been invaluable, and I once again say thanks, desite not actually being in a position to buy one of yourexact recommendations.

The funds are coming from a my father-in-law and I am stuck with a financial limit that we have to adhere too.


Once more, thanks again.

Regards and respect.


Paul.

[topgun23]

This is an excellent card for the money, also from a supplier you can trust (not OCUK) free delivery as well with a ten year warranty.

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