ASUS Radeon HD4850 512MB, $114.99 after MIR @ Newegg!

For those of you wondering about the MIR, when ASUS did a $30 MIR when the 4850's originally launched, they sent me my $30 check within about a month.
Yes, some companies do actually send you the money...
;)

I could have used this deal last month for Christmas, too late for me now...
 
I read over in SD that this card may run hot due to the fact that despite it having an aftermarket cooler, it looks like this one has no RAM / mosfet / VRM cooling, at all. Meaning only the core is being cooled. Obviously Asus feels it's being cooled adequately. But do y'all think it's going to require additional aftermarket cooling or would you say this to be a non-issue?

Also, I read over in SD that Asus rebates can take up to 4 months. :rolleyes:
 
UtopiA said:
For those of you wondering about the MIR, when ASUS did a $30 MIR when the 4850's originally launched, they sent me my $30 check within about a month.
Yes, some companies do actually send you the money...
;)

I could have used this deal last month for Christmas, too late for me now...
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Agreed. And on top of that, I sent my MIR in a couple days late when I bought my 4850 a while back. I called and apologized and asked if they would honor it anyways, since I'm a big ASUS fan and all.

I just deposited the check today. I love ASUS.
 
I've not OC'd mine in the sig system but I've had no overheating problems running 2 in X-fire.
 
Glad to hear some have not had heat issues. But I'm concerned about the card causing the ambient temps to rise inside my case as this doesn't have the dual-slot cooling design which exhaust heat out the back and out of the case. Looking at the XFX 4850, it appears to have an ideal cooling design. But of course no promocode so it'll cost an extra Jackson. No MIR to deal with either with the XFX and with the double lifetime warranty, it might be worth the extra $20?
 
Gravestone Doji said:
But of course no promocode so it'll cost an extra Jackson. No MIR to deal with either with the XFX and with the double lifetime warranty, it might be worth the extra $20?
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$164-$114 = $50 = Grant.
Jackson is on the $20. Big difference between the two cards. $50 is a lot of Washingtons.
 
I was referring to the cost at time of purchase.
Both cards are listed on NewEgg @ $164.99.
Both cards have free shipping.

The only difference (not counting the MIR which of course doesn't count, initially) is that the Asus card currently has a $20 promocode. So that boils down to a $20 difference at time of purchase.

Basically, I was asking if you didn't want to bother with the hassle of the MIR, (not everyone wants to bother with sending them in) if anyone felt that the extra $20 is worth getting the XFX. There is NOT a big difference between the two cards. But the XFX has a superior dual-slot cooling design and the double lifetime warranty. Kinda seems worth it to pay an extra Jackson.

(duh, I know that Jackson is on the $20 bill) :rolleyes:
 
Gravestone Doji said:
Glad to hear some have not had heat issues. But I'm concerned about the card causing the ambient temps to rise inside my case as this doesn't have the dual-slot cooling design which exhaust heat out the back and out of the case. Looking at the XFX 4850, it appears to have an ideal cooling design. But of course no promocode so it'll cost an extra Jackson. No MIR to deal with either with the XFX and with the double lifetime warranty, it might be worth the extra $20?
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sweet 4850!! Wish mine was like that, I have a Sapphire which is based on the ATI reference design. Have to crank up the fan manually to get the temps where I want them.
 
Which 4850 are you talking about that's "sweet", the XFX that I referenced or the the Asus?

I know this is a very good price for the Asus, especially with free ship and after the rebate. But rebate aside, I'm leaning towards the XFX. I'm sure it can be OC'ed and ya don't have to deal with a MIR. Exhausting the heat out the back just seems to makes more sense, especially if you want to run two in CF.
 
the XFX. Sweet dual slot design! I have a love hate relationship with my 4850. I find it irritating that ATI thinks that temperatures pushing 90c are normal under load. I shouldn't have to tweak my fan settings just to make temps come down to a more acceptable level. The XFX looks a lot nicer.

OTOH, the card performs great.
 
Gravestone Doji said:
Which 4850 are you talking about that's "sweet", the XFX that I referenced or the the Asus?

I know this is a very good price for the Asus, especially with free ship and after the rebate. But rebate aside, I'm leaning towards the XFX. I'm sure it can be OC'ed and ya don't have to deal with a MIR. Exhausting the heat out the back just seems to makes more sense, especially if you want to run two in CF.
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If it's worth an extra $50 go ahead. For me it would be $50. That wasn't the first ASUS rebate I've sent in. And I've gotten every single one back so far. So far their service has been good when I've called in with questions, too. Some people want XFX's dual slot cooling and double lifetime. For those who are satisfied with a slightly inferior aftermarket cooler and 3 years of warranty (that doesn't require registration like XFX's double lifetime) but want an extra $50 then go with Asus. You'll likely get your rebate. I'm pleased with every Asus product I've ever purchased.

Likewise I've been pleased with every XFX video card I've purchased so far, so you're likely to be happy with whatever you get. Just choose your priorities. $50 (30 via rebate) or double lifetime warranty and better cooling. The Asus cooling is still better than stock, but that wouldn't be hard ....
 
Don't have to choose any longer as the Asus just went OOS.

Guess it was a pretty hot deal after all. Damn, now I want one. :eek:
 
ahh the ole buyers remorse from lack of actually buying...

IMO though, the heatsink on the Asus is plenty capable if your case is setup correctly to exhaust properly. I also count MIR as part of costs because I've not had problems getting mine and the lack of funds for a short time do not affect my purchasing capabilites. So for $50 more I can have an XFX or $70 I can pickp the MSI 260GTX if that deal is still available. That is my thought process.
 
Omegas said:
ahh the ole buyers remorse from lack of actually buying...
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Yeah, I guess that's one way to put it. I'm sure other deals are right around the corner (hopefully). :rolleyes: The XFX card that I refered to above now states "24 hour specials, while supplies last". Yet I see no difference in price or anything. No new promocodes either (that I'm aware of). What's that all about?

In hindsight, I reckon this was a pretty damn good deal. Any chance this will come back in stock before the promocode expires on the 19th? Or once a NewEgg product with a promocode sells our, you're usually SOL?
 
It looks like the Asus deal is still good. Even though these are 512mb cards, would they really be a good upgrade to a single 8800gtx? I was thinking about getting two for xfire. Looks like rebate is good for two.
 
Omegas said:
ahh the ole buyers remorse from lack of actually buying...

IMO though, the heatsink on the Asus is plenty capable if your case is setup correctly to exhaust properly. I also count MIR as part of costs because I've not had problems getting mine and the lack of funds for a short time do not affect my purchasing capabilites. So for $50 more I can have an XFX or $70 I can pickp the MSI 260GTX if that deal is still available. That is my thought process.
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I had this card. It was pretty nice. I wouldn't pay the full XFX price though even with the cooling. The Asus cooling was plenty. Personally, I'd get the MSI for under $200.
 
I have the ASUS TOP version of the 4850 with the same aftermarket cooling and my temps are way lower than the stock single-slot coolers. It idles at 48°C and gets up to 65°C after gaming. That said, I still might have gone with the XFX instead had it been available at the time. Also I would be on the lookout for future XXX versions from XFX now that they are selling ATI cards.:)
 
I have an original ASUS card with the stock cooler. I sent in my MIR and got back a check promptly.
 
Scarby Jones said:
It looks like the Asus deal is still good. Even though these are 512mb cards, would they really be a good upgrade to a single 8800gtx? I was thinking about getting two for xfire. Looks like rebate is good for two.
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Not really. They are about equal to a 9800GTX. Would be an upgrade but not a huge difference. In Xfire they would be a big upgrade though, when working optimally.
 
Jakalwarrior said:
Not really. They are about equal to a 9800GTX. Would be an upgrade but not a huge difference. In Xfire they would be a big upgrade though, when working optimally.
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Thanks for the information. I saw the benchmarks and it looks like Xfire would be nice. I am currently running an Asus Rampage Formula (X48) with the 8800GTX. From the looks of it I can still get rid of the 8800GTX and not be out that much for 2 of these cards. I am currently gaming at 1920 x 1200 so I was thinking this might be a nice upgrade path. Would this upgrade be a pretty good move or should I hold out for a 1GB version, or maybe 4870's etc?

The thing I am wondering about also is people talking about the cooler being bad etc. and it looks like I can get this card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...770&Tpk=SAPPHIRE 100245L Radeon HD 4850 512MB for close to the same price ($125... after rebate promo etc.). Would this card be better?
 
Scarby Jones said:
Thanks for the information. I saw the benchmarks and it looks like Xfire would be nice. I am currently running an Asus Rampage Formula (X48) with the 8800GTX. From the looks of it I can still get rid of the 8800GTX and not be out that much for 2 of these cards. I am currently gaming at 1920 x 1200 so I was thinking this might be a nice upgrade path. Would this upgrade be a pretty good move or should I hold out for a 1GB version, or maybe 4870's etc?

The thing I am wondering about also is people talking about the cooler being bad etc. and it looks like I can get this card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...770&Tpk=SAPPHIRE 100245L Radeon HD 4850 512MB for close to the same price ($125... after rebate promo etc.). Would this card be better?
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Stick with the Asus. At least from my experience they've been better on rebates and product. I ordered both a Sapphire 3450 and an ASUS 3450. They both had a fanless heatsink. Even though the Sapphire card has a much bigger heat sink, somehow the Asus card runs cooler (measured via CCC) and manages to put less heat into my case, all other conditions being identical - drivers, system config, etc. Doesn't make sense to me, but the Asus card just runs cooler. Perhaps it was designed with much better TIM. Maybe even though the HS is bigger on the Sapphire, perhaps the metal Asus selected dissipates heat more efficiently. I don't know.

But I'd go with the ASUS if the promo code still works and it's still in stock. $10 cheaper, too.
 
SirKronan said:
Stick with the Asus. At least from my experience they've been better on rebates and product. I ordered both a Sapphire 3450 and an ASUS 3450. They both had a fanless heatsink. Even though the Sapphire card has a much bigger heat sink, somehow the Asus card runs cooler (measured via CCC) and manages to put less heat into my case, all other conditions being identical - drivers, system config, etc. Doesn't make sense to me, but the Asus card just runs cooler. Perhaps it was designed with much better TIM. Maybe even though the HS is bigger on the Sapphire, perhaps the metal Asus selected dissipates heat more efficiently. I don't know.

But I'd go with the ASUS if the promo code still works and it's still in stock. $10 cheaper, too.
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Thanks for the help on this. Okay last question... two of these Asus 4850's or one 4870 1GB card? I am having trouble finding some benchmarks I was looking at earlier. Obviously I would eventually want Xfire on the 4870, but it will not be right away.
 
Scarby Jones said:
Thanks for the help on this. Okay last question... two of these Asus 4850's or one 4870 1GB card? I am having trouble finding some benchmarks I was looking at earlier. Obviously I would eventually want Xfire on the 4870, but it will not be right away.
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4850 CrossFire will be faster than a single 4870 1gb, and at this price it's the same or cheaper to go with 4850s. 4870 CrossFire gives more potential down the road and would probably be quieter, but this deal makes the 4850s a much better value today.
 
If not into CF for the time being, would the Asus EAH4870 DK w/512mb be worth an extra $80 over the price of the card OP posted? Because essentially the 4870 is the same deal now w/$20 promo code, $30 MIR and free ship. Just wondering though if the OC TOP Asus 4850 would be close in performance to the EAH4870 DK @ 1920 x 1200.

The deals just keep coming, decisions, decisions. :confused:

Edit: It's only a $15 promo code for the EAH4870 DK which brings the final cost to $195. Still not a bad deal thogh IMO.
 
Scarby Jones said:
Thanks for the help on this. Okay last question... two of these Asus 4850's or one 4870 1GB card? I am having trouble finding some benchmarks I was looking at earlier. Obviously I would eventually want Xfire on the 4870, but it will not be right away.
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What board are you getting for this again? Your sig shows an SLI board. 4850's in CF is an amazing bang/buck combo. Beats that pants off of the previous bang/buck multi GPU combo: 8800GT in SLI. A P5Q Pro would actually be a good budget board for two 4850's. Two 4870's and you might have a notable advantage going with X48 instead, for the bandwidth. You going budget with this, or all out enthusiast??

Gravestone Doji said:
If not into CF for the time being, would the Asus EAH4870 DK w/512mb be worth an extra $80 over the price of the card OP posted? Because essentially the 4870 is the same deal now w/$20 promo code, $30 MIR and free ship. Just wondering though if the OC TOP Asus 4850 would be close in performance to the EAH4870 DK @ 1920 x 1200.

The deals just keep coming, decisions, decisions. :confused:

Edit: It's only a $15 promo code for the EAH4870 DK which brings the final cost to $195. Still not a bad deal thogh IMO.
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Very nice 4870 link there. That's a solid card, and the aftermarket cooling is very well-matched on this one. The 1GB models are notably faster in games that need the extra video memory, though. There are several games like this where the GTX 260 core 216 will outperform the original 4870. That's why AMD was smart to release the 1GB as well.
 
with the hot fix drivers, the 4850 X-fire is a nice setup, and the p5q pro is an excellent platform, but I could be partial since I'm using it... =)
 
Quick question, I game at 1680x1050 and dont plan to change for quite some time. It is more economically viable for me to go with a 4850 for now and hopefully xfire in the future or a 4870? Ive heard that the 4850 is essentially a great card at 1680x1050 and the 4870 would essentially be overkill, is this true?
 
known12345 said:
Quick question, I game at 1680x1050 and dont plan to change for quite some time. It is more economically viable for me to go with a 4850 for now and hopefully xfire in the future or a 4870? Ive heard that the 4850 is essentially a great card at 1680x1050 and the 4870 would essentially be overkill, is this true?
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Might be true right now, but as newer games come out, you'll want all the power you can get.

I ran this 4850 at 1920x1200 and it ran games acceptably for me, so 1680x1050 should be fine. I kind of wish they were in stock so I could grab another one.
 
kirbyrj said:
I ran this 4850 at 1920x1200 and it ran games acceptably for me, so 1680x1050 should be fine.
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So if gaming at 1920 x 1200 The Asus EAHD 4870 I linked to above would be a better choice than the 4850? And what about for non-gaming, just web browsing, email and such. OK to use such a powerful GPU for those non-graphically demanding tasks on a daily basis?
 
SirKronan said:
What board are you getting for this again? Your sig shows an SLI board. 4850's in CF is an amazing bang/buck combo. Beats that pants off of the previous bang/buck multi GPU combo: 8800GT in SLI. A P5Q Pro would actually be a good budget board for two 4850's. Two 4870's and you might have a notable advantage going with X48 instead, for the bandwidth. You going budget with this, or all out enthusiast??
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Sorry on the old sig... I am currently running an Asus Rampage Formula X48 with a Q9550. Right now my GPU is an 8800GTX and I game at 1920 x 1200. I was looking at some things and I am now considering a 4870 X2.

I saw that Newegg has some combo deal where I can get an AMD processor with the 4870 X2. Once I get the order I could dump the processor, the 8800GTX , and after rebate it looks like I am looking at $200 out of pocket... I am thinking this might be the best route but I wanted to see what you guys thought.
 
Scarby Jones said:
Right now my GPU is an 8800GTX and I game at 1920 x 1200. I was looking at some things and I am now considering a 4870 X2.
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So initially you dropped in here looking at the 4850. Then considered the 4870 DK 1gb. Now it's a 4870x2 you're considering? Sounds like you're as unsure of as to what to get as I am. :D

Seriously, why not the 512mb 4870 DK for now? What made you skip right over that card (the one I linked to above) and go for the 1gb card? I think you might be underestimating the 512mb (or overestimating the 1gb card) And then you jump onto the 4870x2?

Take a look Here. Not sure what games you're into but at 1920 x 1200 you can see that the 4870 512mb is no slouch and even performs better that x2 version on some games. Also, see Here for more info on how to compare video cards.
 
Oh sure, recognize the compliments to your sig from others and ignore the helpful info I posted to try and assist in making a wise choice. :rolleyes:
 
Gravestone Doji said:
So initially you dropped in here looking at the 4850. Then considered the 4870 DK 1gb. Now it's a 4870x2 you're considering? Sounds like you're as unsure of as to what to get as I am. :D

Seriously, why not the 512mb 4870 DK for now? What made you skip right over that card (the one I linked to above) and go for the 1gb card? I think you might be underestimating the 512mb (or overestimating the 1gb card) And then you jump onto the 4870x2?

Take a look Here. Not sure what games you're into but at 1920 x 1200 you can see that the 4870 512mb is no slouch and even performs better that x2 version on some games. Also, see Here for more info on how to compare video cards.
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Yeah LOL I was looking at it, and thinking maybe I'll just go all out. This way the card can last longer before needing to get another 4870, and also for future resale the X2 should hold the longest possibly...

I was really considering going with the 4850 Xfire, but then I saw with the combo deal that I could get the 4870 for almost free after selling some parts etc. After considering the 4870for free then, I was thinking for $200 out of pocket I could have the X2 and be closer to a quad setup. But yeah I am still stuck.

I agree right now the 4850 xfire or 4870 will run everything but I was just trying to avoid having to upgrade again sooner or get another 4870 etc.
 
Gravestone Doji said:
Oh sure, recognize the compliments to your sig from others and ignore the helpful info I posted to try and assist in making a wise choice. :rolleyes:
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hehe sorry man the message was easier.. Yeah my sig is partially busted the monitor and the sound card are good but everything else has been changed... I need to update it soon.
 
I know what you mean and if money weren't an issue then just get the best out there. But those X2 cards are not cheap. I myself try to get the most bang for the buck. But I can't see why some pay north of $400 for a video card. That's really intense, guess i just aint at the level of intensity (yet) :D
 
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