New Computer - Opinions

[AggonyDuck]

Another option would be the just released Radeon HD 3850. It has the same price tag as that 8600 GT, but is lightyears ahead of it in performance. From what I've seen its closer in performace to a 8800 GTS/320 MB, which is definately not bad for a card that costs under 200$. The 8800 GT might be the better card, but on the other it is also a bit more expensive, especially when the prices have climbed up now due to a low supply compared to the demand of the 8800 GT.

http://www.ncix.com/products/index.p...anufacture=HIS

Btw those that claim that the 8800 GT is just 60$ more than a 8600 GT, check what the prices on Newegg are now.

[Husar]

There are still two for 270 and I'd personally wait until after Christmas anyway.

[Roman_Man#3]

As stupid as it sounds, I'd go for nVidia over ATI anyday.

[Evil_Maniac From Mars]

As stupid as it sounds, I'd go for nVidia over ATI anyday.

It's not stupid. nVidia's top-of-the-line cards are much better than ATI's.

[AggonyDuck]

It's not stupid. nVidia's top-of-the-line cards are much better than ATI's.

Hence why ATI is focusing on the midrange markets now and the newly released HD 3850 really is the best graphic card available for under 200$.

[Slug For A Butt]

Looks like the 3850 performs well in crossfire too , when you compare them to a single more expensive (than the pair) card.

[Judge]

i have just bought a Geforce 8800GT 512mb for £160,, BARGAIN