vid card died - need mid range AGP replacement

[waylman]

Been out of the loop for awhile. The card that died was an ATI 9500 non pro. Need a similar replacement. Thanks for any suggestions.

 

[The Green Bean]

6800gs

 

[TheRyuu]

6600GT would be faster, and the cheapest choice I would consider.

6800GS is a step up from the 6600GT but cost more.

At the top of the line AGP is the 7800GS which is the most expensive of the three.

So take your pick.

 

[weewegs2543]

Guys, the 6800GS and 7800GS are not similar to an ATI 9500, they're in a completely different price range.
I would suggest a 9800 Pro, or a 6600, or a 6600 GT (the GT is an awesome card if you can find the money--should be around $110-120 depending on rebates). Just make sure you stay away from Geforce FX if possible.

 

[EuR Fr3nCh T3rRoR]

How about getting a 9800pro or XT? Those could be found rather cheap right now. If you want to upgrade then grab a 6800GS or 7800GS, but if you want something around the price of your card, grab a 9800pro or XT, probably the pro though. Better performance/buck compared to the 9800XT.

P.S. 6600GT would be a great choice also.

My two cents mate.

 

[Conky]

I'd say check the hot deals forum on this website. Lots of good deals on cards that would be a serious upgrade from your old card for cheap. :thumbsup:

 

[EuR Fr3nCh T3rRoR]

Originally posted by: Crazyfool
I'd say check the hot deals forum on this website. Lots of good deals on cards that would be a serious upgrade from your old card for cheap. :thumbsup:

Amen to that mate.

 

[apoppin]

Originally posted by: waylman
Been out of the loop for awhile. The card that died was an ATI 9500 non pro. Need a similar replacement. Thanks for any suggestions.

what is your budget?

on the low end and still a decent upgrade is the 9800np
Now:Radeon 9800 ~$76+ship

on the high end is the 7800GS for ~300

and in the middle sits the 6800GS for ~$200

with the x1600p and 6600GT for ~$120

lotsa good choices

 

[imported_Sincity]

How about this: http://forums.anandtech.com/messageview...atid=40&threadid=1797963&enterthread=y

This Clearance has been going on for a month. Rebates exprire today! I found a 6800 HW unmasked pipe one for $79 after MIR and tax. All pipes unlocked without artifacting. 3dMark 4476. Good luck!

 

[LW07]

http://www.monarchcomputer.com/Merchant...duct_Code=190667&Category_Code=ALL-ATI

I recommend the X800XT since it's an ATI card and delivers significantly better image quality than nvidia cards.

 

[Rockhound1]

Originally posted by: weewegs2543
Guys, the 6800GS and 7800GS are not similar to an ATI 9500, they're in a completely different price range.
I would suggest a 9800 Pro, or a 6600, or a 6600 GT (the GT is an awesome card if you can find the money--should be around $110-120 depending on rebates). Just make sure you stay away from Geforce FX if possible.

I will second this suggestion! If you can afford it, then go with the 6600GT.

:thumbsup: