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KoolDrew

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Currently I have the rig in my sig with onboard video (though the Sempron is now running @ 2.62GHz. I'm thinking about getting a cheap new card to allow me to play some newer games. Not at high settings or anything, but good enough to actually enjoy them. I'm really not looking at spending any more than $100 on the card, since I'm a student in college and can't afford much. This will probably be just to hold me over until I build basically a whole new rig later down the road.

The X1950 Pro looks like a good card and I'm gonna be looking around on ebay for good deals. Any other suggestions? 7900GS? Really I'm looking for a few recommendations, so I can keep my eye open for good deals.
 
Two good roads to go there depending on your situation. If your PSU can hack it, the X1950 Pro is really strong and available for about $105 after mail-in rebate.

If your PSU wouldn't play nice with the X1950, the 7600GT would definitely work, is cheaper, and would still be worlds better than what you have now.
 
Thanks for the suggestions. I ended up getting a 7900GS for $76. I know the X1950Pro would've performed better, but for $76 I think I did really well and it should hold me over until I can build a whole new rig (probably sometime early November).
 
KoolDrew said:
Thanks for the suggestions. I ended up getting a 7900GS for $76. I know the X1950Pro would've performed better, but for $76 I think I did really well and it should hold me over until I can build a whole new rig (probably sometime early November).
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Wow! Where did you get a 7900GS for that price? Great deal!
 
eBay auction. Used, but I don't really mind. As long as it works and I can get it for a good price. :p
 
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