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256MB Graphics Memory - Enough?

nheather

nheather

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I've just ordered a Connect3D X1800XT 256MB graphics card from OcUK.

I'm happy with the price although I had to push my budget to get there - so overall looking foward to the upgrade.

My only uncertainty is that it has 256MB whereas other versions have 512MB - what I can't comprehend is what this will mean to mean in reality.

What limitations/restrictions will I see?
Is 256MB enough?

I've already pushed my budget so I can't justify a 512MB GPU now. I would like an upgrade now, but if I will find myself limited it may be better to cancel and wait a few months for prices to drop.

I'd appreciate some advice/guidance about where the 256MB limitations will start to kick in.

I have 1GB of main board memory if that has any impact.

Cheers,

Nigel
 
Upgrade to 2GB is for another day as I don't have the budget at the moment. It's also more expensive than you think because I have all the memory slots filled with pretty good but small sticks.

At the moment I have a Radeon 9700 Pro (128MB) and play a variety of games including FPS, RTS, RPG and Flight Sims.

I usually only play at 1024 res, but maybe would like to try 1280 or even 1600.

My monitor is only 17" so resolution is rather limited - the main aim is to removing the jerking and turn on the toys for the latest games.

Cheers,

Nigel
 
Thanks for the advice guys - now I'm happy to stick with the 256MB - looking foward to it and hoping to see a massive improvement from my Radeon 9700 Pro.

Cheers,

Nigel
 
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