2011-10-21, 03:42 | Link #1 |
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Suggestions for a new GPU (and perhaps a monitor)?
So, after playing the BF3 beta, I've come to realise that my 9800GTX is not going to cut it anymore, so I'm in need of a new GPU.
I'm not quite sure what sure what GPUs would be suitable for use in my ageing desktop, so I'm looking for suggestions. At this stage, I would prefer a GTX 560.
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I'm also looking for suggestions for a new widescreen monitor. Preferably between 17-22 inches and under 400AUD (buying locally). Not too fussy about brand and features, but it should have a DVI port as a minimum, and perhaps a HDMI port as well (HDCP compatibility). I won't actually buy monitor yet, but any suggestions I'll keep in mind for a future purchase. Thanks in advance!
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2011-10-21, 04:53 | Link #2 |
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gtx560 ti / hd6950 should run the game on high settings with AA @ 1080p at your price point using US dollars. i read some people had success running those cards at max settings with aa also @ 1080p but nothing is solid proof until the official game comes out along with info from credible benchmarking sites.
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2011-10-21, 05:12 | Link #3 |
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Something I forgot to mention: I do need suggestions for a particular brand and kind of card as well, as the GPU manufacturers tend to make some changes that differ from the standard specifications. I would prefer to buy a video card that is made by a reputable company...
(Asus GTX560 1G DC/2DI GDDR5, MSI GTX560 TI Twin Frozr II OC as examples for suggestions)
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2011-10-21, 06:13 | Link #4 |
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popular choices have been EVGA and MSI for nvidia cards for a long while now. i personally stick to EVGA only. if i had to choose an amd card, i would go for the XFX brand IF given a choice. it is ultimately up to you to choose.
and make sure you get a 560 TI if you made up your mind. not just a plain old 560. |
2011-10-21, 10:36 | Link #5 | |
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2011-10-22, 05:20 | Link #6 |
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Main reason is because I have a fairly small desk in a relatively small room that's already a little cluttered. I currently have a 17inch 5:4 LCD monitor right now, I don't really want or need anything too much larger... (cost will probably be the main factor though, are any of Dell's smaller monitors good?)
For the GPU, I'm gonna need one with a good fan/heatsink (or at least, easy to clean)... How does the 550Ti hold up to the 560 and 560Ti? Most of the 560Ti cards are outside my budget.
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2011-10-22, 06:00 | Link #7 |
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550ti will not meet your demands for BF3 unless you want to play on medium settings with a possible chance of no AA. it is worse than a gtx460. did you look into the hd6950 aside from Umart? if you really aren't going to play BF3 on a 1080p monitor, a gtx460 1gb will do you fine for your budget.
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2011-10-22, 10:23 | Link #8 | |
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More general advice for monitor buying: the year is almost 2012. Do not under any circumstances buy a TN panel. IPS panels are a lot better and have caught up to TN panels in terms of input lag, so there's no reason to go TN anymore, even for the most spergy of gamers. Also, 16:9 is pig disgusting; 16:10 is the way to go. HP, LG and Dell are generally good brands. Go hog wild.
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2011-10-23, 06:57 | Link #9 | |
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I have a hard time finding solid information on monitors that do 24Hz, but in the 23" to 24" range it seems that this feature is very rare. The only other option would be a 120Hz TN panel. Any suggestions? |
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2011-10-23, 10:34 | Link #10 |
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Sony PVM2541 (24-25")? But costs a bit over 6 grant, the PVM1741(16-17") is about 4. Both are pro equipment, normally used industry, so they have BNC connectors, but also one hdmi. Both supports 24hz as input signal for HD resolutions. But you want to check the specs on pro.sony.com (Trimaster Oled monitor)
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mod24 refresh rates are highly overrated anyway; they're sorta like the video nerd equivalent of Monster cables. Just Deal With It.
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2011-10-23, 22:53 | Link #12 | |
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And to answer your questions, the radeon 6950 or 560 ti. I don't know where you shop but they ARE in your price range. |
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2011-10-24, 03:03 | Link #13 | |
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For a 19" 5:4 display the display area is approximately 15"x12" thats 180 square inch. For a 19" 16:10 display the display area is approximately 16"x10" thats 160 square inch. If you wanted something in 16:10 that is the same height as the 19" 5:4 display, you'ld need to take a display that is roughly 19.2"x12" => a 23" 16:10 display. So in your case it might be better to aim for the upper end of the "17-22 inches".
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Anways, I'll probably settle for the U2412M in the end. |
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