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What's the best ATI card for about $170, i'm just getting back into comp's and would like to update my 8800GT, which card do you suggest?
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What's the best ATI card for about $170, i'm just getting back into comp's and would like to update my 8800GT, which card do you suggest?

spend a little bit more and get a HD 7850. easily the best card around 200 bucks. overclocks to 1.15 - 1.2 Ghz to give close to GTX 580 performance . runs cool and quiet.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102998
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depends where your from im in australia so PC parts are cheaper everywhere else in the world
but with our prices id go for a 7770 or 2 7750's
    
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spend a little bit more and get a HD 7850. easily the best card around 200 bucks. overclocks to 1.15 - 1.2 Ghz to give close to GTX 580 performance . runs cool and quiet.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102998

True. $170 is really on the cusp of awesomeness. Months ago I would have said HD 6950 1GB, or HD 6870. But right now, a definite sweet spot in the huge performance per dollar is the HD 7850 for $200. Alternatively there is the GTX 480 for $200 while inventory lasts.
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I just sold a 6950 2GB Twin Frozr III PE still under warranty that unlocks to a 6970 for $170. When you think of that kind of bang for the buck, a 6950 2GB that unlocks is a great way to go.
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I just sold a 6950 2GB Twin Frozr III PE still under warranty that unlocks to a 6970 for $170. When you think of that kind of bang for the buck, a 6950 2GB that unlocks is a great way to go.

Agreed. Second hand is usually much better value.
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