[Drax]

Whats up people?

I am getting a new system soon (2 weeks-ish) and I was pondering on the significance of a DX10 card now. DX10 is initially here, but it isn't really being utilized. I was pondering on getting a sort of "hold-over" card until DX10 comes into full effect. 8800GTX's are about $640 US Dollars, and I have some insider info that the price should be dropping significantly within the next few months, which is also swaying my decision to buy DX10 now.

What I am thinking of getting:

eVGA 7950GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 Superclocked Video Card

I know I have some people I can sell this card to in a few months and/or put this in another box, so it shouldn't be a waste.

What do you think? Go with this or something less to tie me over until DX10? Thanks for your input!

P.S., will be run on:

E6600 (Overclocked, of course)
680i motherboard
Corsair Dominator DDR2 1066

 

[atomicfission92]

Where do you get this info from?

Anyways, that card would hold you over nicely if you want to wait for a DX10 card.

 

[Drax]

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Originally Posted by atomicfission92 Where do you get this info from? Anyways, that card would hold you over nicely if you want to wait for a DX10 card.

I can't give you cold hard proof, but I have a friend that makes chips (literally) out in silicon valley for some big companies and that Is what he told me.

 

[[email protected]]

You might wanna get a cheaper card?
A 7900GS is 140$ in newegg, and can hold you off 6 months.

 

[DuckieHo]

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Originally Posted by Drax Whats up people? I am getting a new system soon (2 weeks-ish) and I was pondering on the significance of a DX10 card now. DX10 is initially here, but it isn't really being utilized. I was pondering on getting a sort of "hold-over" card until DX10 comes into full effect. 8800GTX's are about $640 US Dollars, and I have some insider info that the price should be dropping significantly within the next few months, which is also swaying my decision to buy DX10 now. What I am thinking of getting: eVGA 7950GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 Superclocked Video Card I know I have some people I can sell this card to in a few months and/or put this in another box, so it shouldn't be a waste. What do you think? Go with this or something less to tie me over until DX10? Thanks for your input! P.S., will be run on: E6600 (Overclocked, of course) 680i motherboard Corsair Dominator DDR2 1066

EVGA does have a Step-Up program. You can trade in your card for a new one by paying the MSRP price difference. You have 90 days after purchase.

 

[[email protected]]

90 day is very little time to get money, and he might wanna get a 8900 model.

 

[ENTERPRISE]

As said I would go with EVGA as you may be able to step up to DX with them at a later date for cheaper.

 

[splat00n]

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Originally Posted by [email protected] 90 day is very little time to get money, and he might wanna get a 8900 model.

doubt he would, he doesn't want to spend the current price of a 8800 card...

 

[Drax]

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Originally Posted by splat00n doubt he would, he doesn't want to spend the current price of a 8800 card...

I would.

I am probably going to buy in late 07, so whatever is the best then will probably be what I get.

 

[[email protected]]

The i sugest the 7900GS now, wich screen will it be running on?

 

[Wankerfx]

I'd buy an X1900XT from the for sale section for $255.00

 

[splat00n]

Get a 7900gs, my 7800gt played many games with no problem, I'm sure the 7900gt or gs will even have a problem.

 

[nyder]

I'd personally wait on the direct X 10 cards. after all, besides vista, what's going to be using direct x10 right away? um, nothing. Now, I could be wrong, wouldn't be the first time, but I haven't heard of any direct x 10 games being released soon.
I'm thinking it's going to be next xmas before we start seeing a bunch of direct x 10 capable games.
That's why i'd wait on the card until there's some choices out there. No point in buying a card now when you won't be using those capabilities for a bit.

this is, of course, my opinion. Doesn't mean it's right, or wrong, it's just a conclusion I came to based on my experiences, thoughts, and knowledge, and probably some guessing also. =)

 

[Fatal05]

I find my 6800GS churning out good frame rates on high quality games....I don't see a reason to go over a 7900GS, unless you <3 8AA and 16AF at very high resolutions.

 

[Drax]

I found a 7600GT from BFG for $78.99 (Yes, New not used).

Whatcha think?

 

[TheShehanigan]

Get it, It'll hold you off quite nicely.

 

[nightdagger]

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Originally Posted by nyder I'd personally wait on the direct X 10 cards. after all, besides vista, what's going to be using direct x10 right away? um, nothing. Now, I could be wrong, wouldn't be the first time, but I haven't heard of any direct x 10 games being released soon. I'm thinking it's going to be next xmas before we start seeing a bunch of direct x 10 capable games. That's why i'd wait on the card until there's some choices out there. No point in buying a card now when you won't be using those capabilities for a bit. this is, of course, my opinion. Doesn't mean it's right, or wrong, it's just a conclusion I came to based on my experiences, thoughts, and knowledge, and probably some guessing also. =)

Except for Crysis, UT2007, FSX (a patch is being released to support DX10), and a crapload of other awesome-looking games.

 

[The Duke]

Banned

 

[MasterBillyQuizBoy]

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Originally Posted by atomicfission92 Where do you get this info from? Anyways, that card would hold you over nicely if you want to wait for a DX10 card.

You don't need proof. Christmas is almost here and we're talkin about electronics here. Prices always drop after christmas.

 

[MasterBillyQuizBoy]

Quote:

Originally Posted by nyder I'd personally wait on the direct X 10 cards. after all, besides vista, what's going to be using direct x10 right away? um, nothing. Now, I could be wrong, wouldn't be the first time, but I haven't heard of any direct x 10 games being released soon. I'm thinking it's going to be next xmas before we start seeing a bunch of direct x 10 capable games. That's why i'd wait on the card until there's some choices out there. No point in buying a card now when you won't be using those capabilities for a bit. this is, of course, my opinion. Doesn't mean it's right, or wrong, it's just a conclusion I came to based on my experiences, thoughts, and knowledge, and probably some guessing also. =)

Flight Simulator X is out now with DX10