The Daisy Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 Well, I'm waiting on my Ti4200 to be replaced via RMA from PNY... but I figure now is as good a time as any other to replace the videocard on my PC. I figure my Ti4200 will be a fine card for my 2nd PC if people come over for some LAN gaming. I've been going back and forth between some of the newer NVIDIA cards and the newer ATI ones. I'm trying to stay in the $200 range, as I just can't see spending $400 on a new card on my computer, since I play most of my games on my consoles. At this point I'm looking at the ATI 9600XT, or the Nvidia FX 5900... both of which seem to be around the $200 range. Any suggestions, comments? Thanks, Glen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris F Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 I would go with the 9600XT, only because I'm a big fan of ATI (Plus it comes with Half-Life 2!). I haven't liked the nVidia line since their GeForce 2 lineup. If you can find a Radeon 9500 Pro, that would be even better, since the 9500 Pro outperforms the 9600XT. But it's a few cycles old, and might not be found that easily. There is a 9600XT review here: http://sharkyextreme.com/hardware/videocar...cle.php/3093161 I would also recommend the video card forums at: http://www.sharkyforums.com You can usually find a lot of good information and peoples thoughts about video cards there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelley Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 out of those i'd go with the 9600XT, ATi seems to be doing most things right lately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris F Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 Newegg.com has a 9700 Pro for sale for 220$ USD. Which might be a better choice than the 9600XT. http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc....-131-199&depa=1 My friend just bought this same model, and is very happy with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camp Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 I saw that Newegg deal on the 9700 Pro...that's quite an offer. I'd say wait. Stick with your old card a bit longer. The new chipsets are due soon and current models will take yet another price drop. Having said that, I couldn't wait either. I built myself a new PC for Christmas and wrestled with the ATI 9600XT versus the nVidia FX5900 decision as well. The 5900 is the faster card but the 9600XT more advanced shaders mean future games (HL2, Doom) will run better. I went with the FX5900 as I got a great deal at Newegg. If I were buying today (and couldn't wait) I'd go with that 9700 Pro deal Ruffneck mentioned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whooter Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 http://www.mwave.com has the same 9700PRO for $215 shipped (via 3-day, which is the same as FedEx Saver). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Daisy Posted January 22, 2004 Author Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 Thanks guys. I'm going to Best Buy today to return the 9600SE I bought just as a stop gap until my card came back from warranty replacement. That 9700 Pro offer does sound tempting... ugh. Just as long as my wife doesn't find out.... Glen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlot Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 From what I read, the Nvidia FX 5900 should easily out perform the 9600XT. However, I would jump on the 9700 Pro deal! I have the 9500 Pro... great card, but I have to use the DVI port since I get rolling wavy lines on my monitor from it (ATI even replaced it and I still have the problem). [EDIT] An even better deal: @ MWave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 I'd recommend the ATI cards as well. After having some time with Romier's 9700 Pro this past weekend I've been officially converted I used to be the biggest Nvidia whore around, but what ATI has done in the past year or so is truly amazing. Out of curiosity, what are the rest of your system specs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Daisy Posted January 22, 2004 Author Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 Thanks for that link Merlot. Depending on my return experience at Best Buy today... I'll be ordering that 9700 Pro tomorrow. Buck, I've got a Intel 2.8 GHz, 1 GB DDR - 3200 Memory system. Glen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romier S Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 I've got a Intel 2.8 GHz, 1 GB DDR - 3200 Memory system. You'll be a happy man with that 9700pro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck Posted January 22, 2004 Report Share Posted January 22, 2004 Originally posted by gwhinwi@Jan 22 2004, 05:57 PM Buck, I've got a Intel 2.8 GHz, 1 GB DDR - 3200 Memory system. Pretty close to the config I was using Romier's card on. And like Romier said, you'll be happy with the 9700 Pro. In short, it hauls ass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Daisy Posted January 23, 2004 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2004 I went with Newegg. They dropped the price on theirs to $212 including Fedex 2 day shipping. I should have it on Monday. Glen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eldorado Posted January 23, 2004 Report Share Posted January 23, 2004 I'm in on that. Incredible deal. Sean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Daisy Posted January 26, 2004 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 Got my new card today delivered to work. It looks... purdddy. I'll let you all know what I think when I get it put into my new system and test out some games. Thanks again for the recommendations and the heads up on the card. Glen Edit: Looks like the card has dropped to $202 now. DAMN! hehe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whooter Posted January 26, 2004 Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 So what would the consenus here be? 9700PRO 128MB for $202 shipped or 9600XT 256MB for $183 shipped Granted we're only talking a $19 difference, but in my situation every penny counts. Is there a gigantic performance leap between the 9600XT and the 9700PRO? Does the extra 128MB RAM mean anything? Whadaya think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Daisy Posted January 26, 2004 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 Joel, From what I saw on this review of all kinds of cards... you're going to see about 20 to 30 FPS difference between these two cards, with the 9700 Pro being the better one. http://www6.tomshardware.com/graphic/20031...tournament_2003 Glen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck Posted January 26, 2004 Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 I'd go with the 9700 Pro as well. I don't see the need for a 256MB card at this point, and by the time it would be useful you'd need to upgrade anyways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whooter Posted January 26, 2004 Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 That's about what I expected. Thanks for the backup, guys. Order going in today, then... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whooter Posted February 3, 2004 Report Share Posted February 3, 2004 FYI for anyone still on the fence/shopping: Newegg.com now has the 9700PRO I bought last week at $202, for $190.99 shipped.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Daisy Posted February 3, 2004 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2004 Ugh... that's a killer. Already 20 bucks cheaper. Oh, well. Glen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlot Posted February 3, 2004 Report Share Posted February 3, 2004 Originally posted by Whooter@Feb 3 2004, 12:52 PM FYI for anyone still on the fence/shopping: Newegg.com now has the 9700PRO I bought last week at $202, for $190.99 shipped.... Damn! Anyone want to buy a 9500 Pro? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelley Posted February 3, 2004 Report Share Posted February 3, 2004 i'll give you $5.97 for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlot Posted February 4, 2004 Report Share Posted February 4, 2004 Originally posted by gigapower@Feb 3 2004, 05:24 PM i'll give you $5.97 for it. You are too generous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelley Posted February 4, 2004 Report Share Posted February 4, 2004 Originally posted by merlot+Feb 4 2004, 09:18 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (merlot @ Feb 4 2004, 09:18 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-gigapower@Feb 3 2004, 05:24 PM i'll give you $5.97 for it. You are too generous! [/b] so does that mean you'll take it? i can paypal it right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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