Fx 5700 vs Fx 5900XT?

[Pudduh]

I was wondering which card to get the Fx 5700 (£105) or the Fx 5900XT (£153)? I know that the Fx 5900XT is based on the same core as the proper 5900 but I was wondering if the extra Fifty is worth it?

[mike_w]

I know this doesn't answer your question, but you might want to wait a month or two for the next generation of graphics cards to come out. This way, you can either get a better card for the same money, or buy current generation cards at a lower price.

However, I would personally go for a 9800 Pro (about £140 if I remember correctly). I would say that it is a fantastic price for a card only a bit off the top (9800XT) in most benchmarks.

[Pudduh]

Well it gives me a better idea of my choices.

What kind of next gen cards would be within my price range when they come out later this year?

[CrapshoT]

I know this doesn't answer your question, but you might want to wait a month or two for the next generation of graphics cards to come out. This wway, you can either get a better card for the same money, or buy current generation cards at a lower price.

However, I would personally go for a 9800 Pro (about £140 if I remember correctly). I would say that it is a fantastic price for a card only a bit off the top (9800XT) in most benchmarks.

totally agree with this dude
get a 9800 pro and this will carry you over for a while yet then the next gen cards will be better priced and games will have started using next gen cards capabilities by then as well

[adam_tomlinson]

definately get the 9800 pro, komplett do it for 140 as do some other retailers.

[Pudduh]

Cheers for the help lads!

Am on way to choosing my 9800 Pro.

[Agent]

Wait if you can. But if you cant, go for the 9800pro over a 5900XT