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Geuh, so tempting
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Hey dude, I have the same setup exactly as you right now, I'm overhauling to i7 so I have an SLI capable motherboard on the way, so I bought the extra 280, however you're saying you only "game abit". You don't sound too sure about whether you game enough to justify the purchase ^^ SLI 280's are a fantastic setup, but don't bother with it if you aren't a serious gamer, gaming at 1920+ resolutions
What's with all the threads about whether xxx is "worth" it? It all depends on what yo are hoping to get out of the experience, and how much disposable income you have.
Personally I'd say that It's not going to make any visible difference in 99% of games, and it will probably be at least Q4 before you need an upgrade to maintain smooth frame rates at high IQ. At which point there will be a new generation out that will give you the performance you need in a single card without any of the downsides of an SLi solution.
If instead of gaming you want it for Folding, or benchmarking, and have plenty of cash lying about, then it likely is worth it.
Personally I'd say that It's not going to make any visible difference in 99% of games, and it will probably be at least Q4 before you need an upgrade to maintain smooth frame rates at high IQ. At which point there will be a new generation out that will give you the performance you need in a single card without any of the downsides of an SLi solution.
If instead of gaming you want it for Folding, or benchmarking, and have plenty of cash lying about, then it likely is worth it.
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Does anyone know whether the ATI cards due in March(ish) will be giving the GTX 280 a run for its money? I was planning to wait until then before I spent the £200 I have waiting for a new graphics card. However with GTX 280s at this price I am sorely tempted. I might well buy one tomorrow. But if, when the new arrivals come, there are significant improvements over the 280 for a similar price, I will be kicking myself...
I know one has to bite the bullet at some point, but I had planned on March/April, so I'll be gutted if I'm tempted now only to regret the decision.
I know one has to bite the bullet at some point, but I had planned on March/April, so I'll be gutted if I'm tempted now only to regret the decision.
lol im a convert, no upgrading for me for a while.
M8 i would expect the new ATI cards would wipe the floor with the current Nvidia offerings. However, with GFTX280s so cheap, and their ability to play virtually any game at max settings, i would suggest getting one, then possibly getting another
M8 i would expect the new ATI cards would wipe the floor with the current Nvidia offerings. However, with GFTX280s so cheap, and their ability to play virtually any game at max settings, i would suggest getting one, then possibly getting another