So you've probably seen this type of thread a thousand times ... but we post for a reason, we're dumb and need help.
Currently running an XP 1800 with a GeForce3 video card and 1GB Corsair RAM. Looking to upgrade in the next few months but can't afford a whole lot. What I've been looking at to date is upgrading to an XP 3000 since the board (A7N8X Deluxe) can handle that and potentially the 9600XT 256MB. Now, is that a decent choice or am I being dumb? What's really the difference between the 256mb and 128mb 9600XT in my situation? Should I go to the XP 3000 or is there a better choice? I'm really not looking forward to upgrading the motherboard right now since that would put me into a cash bracket that is a bit beyond the current finances. Having bought a house last year the purchasing won't stop.
Currently running an XP 1800 with a GeForce3 video card and 1GB Corsair RAM. Looking to upgrade in the next few months but can't afford a whole lot. What I've been looking at to date is upgrading to an XP 3000 since the board (A7N8X Deluxe) can handle that and potentially the 9600XT 256MB. Now, is that a decent choice or am I being dumb? What's really the difference between the 256mb and 128mb 9600XT in my situation? Should I go to the XP 3000 or is there a better choice? I'm really not looking forward to upgrading the motherboard right now since that would put me into a cash bracket that is a bit beyond the current finances. Having bought a house last year the purchasing won't stop.