I am a little confused (as always)... would it be better to have two 8800GT's than a single 9800GX2? The 9800GX2 would appear from what I have read to have less that double the performance of an 8800GT and costs nearly 2.5 times as much, generates more heat than Sizewell etc...
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2x8800GT 512 or 1x9800GX2
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Some would argue that with the newer cards from ATi and NV on the horizon waiting might be the best option.
But if you want GPU's now and have an SLi board then two GT's would be a fine choice.
However, i wanted an intel chipset so for performance graphics i needed the GX2.
As for temperature - it really shouldn't been an issue as long as you have decent airflow in your case.
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But if you want GPU's now and have an SLi board then two GT's would be a fine choice.
However, i wanted an intel chipset so for performance graphics i needed the GX2.
As for temperature - it really shouldn't been an issue as long as you have decent airflow in your case.
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Yep, doesnt support SLI so you would need to use a single card solution
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Just don't bother with SLI. Get a GT for now and then upgrade again if you desperately need to. The performance increase compared to your old 7800 is still going to be staggering.
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yeah if you can't wait, then id just pick up a single 8800 GT for now, or even a 9600 GT, then you can upgrade again in July with the 9900's.
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wait till the new cards. The 9800gx2 is overpriced, and will definitely not be worth it in only a couple of months' time. save your cash
I bought an 8800GT and it's fantastic, although I will be buying a new one next month to go SLi, it's the cheapest way for awesome performance... in COD4, Crysis etc... then I won't upgrade for ages me thinks...
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The 9800GX2 will keep u warm in the winter 