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Video card upgrades?

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Deadly sk1llz

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I'm currently using a ATI brand Radeon 9600XT which I bought from Best Buy way back in September of last year for around 175 bucks. (Employee discount.) As you can guess, I was one of the suckers that bought this thinking I'd get HL2 for free that month. Anyways, I feel my card may be getting alittle dated, since my Doom3 frames are less than par sometimes, and I'm getting ready to play the next gen games like Doom3 mods (Quake 4 if you will), and the hopefully soon to be released HL2.

I'm not looking to play those games on BEST settings, but I'm hoping I can at least make them look decent with a nice framerate.

So, what I'm getting at is... do I think I should upgrade now or wait for a bit for the new line (X800, X700, etc) to come out and see how that unfolds? My price range is about 180 to 230 (250 most). I'm an ATI lover, so I don't think I'd settle for anything Nvidia again. (Although the 'virgin' 6800 does interest me.) Does anyone have any suggestions on this?

Games I'll most likely be playing is Doom3, HL2, UT2004, EQ2 and all next gen games. (Just reiterating the previous point)
 
well hmmm... the 6800nu card is a good deal. better performer than the 9800pro and it seems that for your price range that itd be what you are looking for. if you are going to wait out for the next line up and get a X800XT after the price drops then get the 9800pro for $200. but it is your choice and check out some articles that give a good comparison using benchmarks in your favorite games.
 
Currently, the 9800 Pro is probably the best card in your price range, but the 6800 would be a good choice if you'd be willing to stretch your money. If you're willing to wait, I hear the X700 series is eventually going AGP, and that'll be perfect for your price range.
 
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