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7900GTX faster than nvidia?

yannis76

yannis76

yannis76

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I am trying to decide whic card to get between 7900GTX and X1900XT. I have read many reviews and even done a small excel file comparing benchmarks in 1280x1024 with full AA/AF. The 7900GTX averages at about 10fps more than the ATI card and its generally faster. Plus its more quite. The only downside is its price, which is about 40-60E more. I also have the impression that nv drivers are better than ATI Catalyst. I used CCC back with my X800Pro and I remember them having more problems with games. What would you suggest me?

thank you in advance
 
yannis76 said:
The 7900GTX averages at about 10fps more than the ATI card and its generally faster.
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yannis76 said:
its more quiet.
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yannis76 said:
I also have the impression that nv drivers are better than ATI Catalyst.
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yannis76 said:
I used CCC back with my X800Pro and I remember them having more problems with games.
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Why even ask? Seems like you've made your own mind up to me.
 
Bizarre said:
Why even ask? Seems like you've made your own mind up to me.
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It is blunt but Bizarre has a bit of a point, the ATI card is cheaper and about as quick in most situations but if you want the 7900GTX then don't let anyone persuade you otherwise :) Both cards are great and will perform brilliantly with any game you care to throw at them, I'd go with the X1900XT personally as I feel it offers better value for money but it is all personal choice.
 
Considering that noise and driver support seem like very important issues to you, I would recommend going for the 7900GTX even though it tends to be quite a bit more expensive.
 
I own the x1900 xt-x and must say it is an amazing bit of kit, but I think that the 7900 GTX will also be a great card. Just depends what you are looking for. Both perform better in different games and apps. I faced the same decision when I went for mine but i'm so happy with my choice. :)
 
What they said ^^ ;)

TBH, neither is a poor card and benchmarks can tell you only so much.......go with the card you want - in the real world, can;t see on will be better/worse than the other :)
 
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