Shopping around for a new GPU, what's the current outlook?

[soulesschild]

Currently running a 6850 @ 2560x1600 (or wahtever my 30" monitor is, can't remember now).

Been looking to get a GPU upgrade for awhile now that has a great cooling system (air) that will run semi current games at top FPS. I've stayed away from keeping up to date on the latest GPUs but what I do know is the nVidia 980 is coming soon while AMD has just been upgrading their 29x series. So, for the best bang for the buck should I wait a little and see how the 980 performs or if it causes price drops or get something like a 290x @ around ~380-400?

Games I'm currently or primarily playing:
WoW
D3
BF4
Shadows of Mordor

 

[Araxie]

buddy the GTX 980 and GTX 970 has been launched since September 18... where have you been??.. actually the best bang for the buck its the nvidia GTX 970 which is at arround 330-350$.

ASUS GTX 970 STRIX DirectCU II Video Card Review @ [H]

MSI GeForce GTX 970 GAMING 4G Video Card Review @ [H]

 

[misterbobby]

I would say you also need to list all your specs since you seem a bit out of the loop and a bit spacy.

 

[newls1]

Im looking into the R9 290 gpu for 269$.. seems like an amazing price for the performance you get.. Yes they run warmer then the new maxwells and use more power, but..... still a great GPU and will serve you well IMO... GTX970 or R9 290 / 290X should be on the top of your list.. Good Luck buddy