need a temp graphics card what should get

2013 · 29 Apr 2014 at 19:02

I need a temp graphics card, my 660 is rma with ocuk and could take 28 days,
I dont want to spend too much, so im lookibg around for a used on, I cant be without my pc for a month, ive asked on another site ( I can see any sales items on here) I have a choice of a few so far 480 for 55 6850 45 or a 460 for 40

I may find something else but I want a idea what you guys think would be the mest move

old gamer · 29 Apr 2014 at 19:25

If its only for a short while then I would go for the cheapest and keep it as a spare after

2013 · 2 May 2014 at 22:31

Need a graphics card what should I get?

I need a graphics card but 8 done know what to get.
I was going to wait for the next line of cards but I need one now. Since mine has been rma and I can't be without a pc much longer.

I was thinking either get another 660 now and I can slip when my other one comes back.

Get a basic used one and wait for the next gen cards

Or upgrade to a better single card

MofoKilla · 2 May 2014 at 22:37

780 ti

2013 · 2 May 2014 at 22:40

I think the price of a 780ti maybe too much for me

altrewin · 2 May 2014 at 22:59

Budget?
YOUR BASKET
1 x Gainward GeForce GTX 780Ti Phantom 3072MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card £515.99
1 x MSI Radeon R9 290X Gaming Edition 4096MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card £389.99
1 x OcUK Geforce GTX 780 3072MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card £359.99
1 x Sapphire Radeon R9 290 Tri-X 4096MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card (11227-03-40G) £319.99
1 x MSI Geforce GTX 770 Gaming Edition 2048MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card £249.95
1 x Sapphire Radeon R9 280X Dual-X OC 3072MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Card £227.99
Total : £2,073.49 (includes shipping : £8.00).

2013 · 2 May 2014 at 23:05

Budget is about £170

2013 · 2 May 2014 at 23:27

thinking of upgrading my graphics card

I'm thinking of upgrading my graphics card I was going to wait till the next gen but my 660 has been rma and I don't know how long the replacement will take

My budget is about 170

I was going to wait for the next line of cards but I need one now. Since mine has been rma and I can't be without a pc much longer.

I was thinking either get another 660 now and I can sli when my other one comes back.

Get a basic used one and wait for the next gen cards

Or upgrade to a better single card

arc@css · 2 May 2014 at 23:40

Depending on your power supply & resolution, I think that pairing up your 660 with another isn't a bad idea, though I'd look at what, if any, restriction your cpu would incur.

For single card solutions, something along the lines of GTX760, 270X or 280 are worth looking at.

ExRayTed · 2 May 2014 at 23:42

270X is about the best card within budget, although it isn't a huge improvement over the GTX660

YOUR BASKET
1 x Sapphire Radeon R9 270X Boost OC 2048MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Card £149.99
Total : £159.59 (includes shipping : £8.00).

2013 · 2 May 2014 at 23:42

I was thinking the same I can't find any news on the nvidia 800 release date or any features

2013 · 2 May 2014 at 23:44

My pus is 850w xx black my screen is a 27" ips full hd

2013 · 2 May 2014 at 23:46

Whats the diffraction in GTX760, 270X or 280 and how much would I get out by sli. I use to get told I will only get 20%

2013 · 2 May 2014 at 23:55

Wouldn't a gtx 760 be better

arc@css · 3 May 2014 at 00:02

If you're psu is a decent brand, then a 850w will be more than adequate.

When you say 27", is that 1440p?

I'm generally not a fan of waiting for the next piece of architecture, unless it's close to release.

Roughly speaking, two GTX660s in SLI would perform something like this :

http://www.guru3d.com/articles_pages/msi_geforce_gtx_660_twinfrozr_iii_review,24.html

In order of ranking : 280 > 760 ~ 270X.

ExRayTed · 3 May 2014 at 00:12

2013 said:
Wouldn't a gtx 760 be better

'Equivalent' would be a better word. It's around £20-£30 more expensive than the 270X for marginal improvements in some areas - Link

2013 · 3 May 2014 at 00:13

How can I compare 2 660 to a single 680 or 770 or something which will give me a better idea

Too Tall · 3 May 2014 at 00:27

Out of interest what is your reason for upgrading?

Got the upgrade itch of just need more fps?

Too Tall · 3 May 2014 at 00:28

Personally i'd keep an eye on the members market if you have access you will get a hell of a lot of bang for your buck there.

2013 · 3 May 2014 at 00:30

I don't have graphics card mine was sent for rma. I don't know how long it will take to get a replacement so I only have a few options.