IVIYTH0S Posted October 6, 2009 Posted October 6, 2009 Ok here's a new dilemma. I found a 9800GX2 with an EK waterblock all together for $170. That seems like a pretty killer deal. And the fact that nvidia folds MUCH better. I have had a horrible experience with the GX2, but I hear alot of people had better luck with it. By all means go for it if it's what you want. I'd rather have a 4890 or 260 for that price Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pezcore Posted October 6, 2009 Posted October 6, 2009 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16814121308 << would that work? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergeek101 Posted October 6, 2009 Posted October 6, 2009 I was hoping for dual GPU's for $200, or a single for <$110. $215 for a single 4890 xD. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IVIYTH0S Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 I was hoping for dual GPU's for $200, or a single for <$110. $215 for a single 4890 xD. better??($175) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergeek101 Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 Well, I was able to sell some stuff so now I have a total of $250. Some guy on another forum is selling the 4870x2 for $240, and I'm considering it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IVIYTH0S Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 Well, I was able to sell some stuff so now I have a total of $250. Some guy on another forum is selling the 4870x2 for $240, and I'm considering it. yeah ~$250 is what most 4870x2's go for now. I'd say that's a good deal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergeek101 Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 What's a better deal? 4870x2 for $240 or 9800GX2 with an EK waterblock for $150? I have 2 screens and game @ 1680x1050, and don't intend to upgrade monitors. I may occasionally do 1920x1080 on my TV. I already have a W/C loop. I'm leaning towards the 9800GX2 since I don't think I'll need the power, and I like folding. How are the drivers for the GX2 now? Are there still severe micro-stutter issues? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IVIYTH0S Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 What's a better deal? 4870x2 for $240 or 9800GX2 with an EK waterblock for $150? I have 2 screens and game @ 1680x1050, and don't intend to upgrade monitors. I may occasionally do 1920x1080 on my TV. I already have a W/C loop. I'm leaning towards the 9800GX2 since I don't think I'll need the power, and I like folding. How are the drivers for the GX2 now? Are there still severe micro-stutter issues? the 4870x2 is much stronger than the 9800GX2, especially with AA and higher resolutions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingdingeling Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 the 4870x2 is much stronger than the 9800GX2, especially with AA and higher resolutions. Get a 4890, performs the same as a 4870X2, is 20x less power hungry, and it's new... Forget the 9800GX2, and forget dual GPUs! Always get the best single GPU card you can get, 'nuf said! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IVIYTH0S Posted October 8, 2009 Posted October 8, 2009 Get a 4890, performs the same as a 4870X2, is 20x less power hungry, and it's new... Forget the 9800GX2, and forget dual GPUs! Always get the best single GPU card you can get, 'nuf said! if the game doesn't like crossfire, but I bought a 4890 thinking it would be better, and even with the 4890 overclocked my 4870x2 ate it alive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergeek101 Posted October 8, 2009 Posted October 8, 2009 Looks like I'm getting the 4870x2 Anyway, thanks for the suggestions! Item arrived at Newegg today, I'm expecting refund sometime next week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IVIYTH0S Posted October 8, 2009 Posted October 8, 2009 Looks like I'm getting the 4870x2 Anyway, thanks for the suggestions! Item arrived at Newegg today, I'm expecting refund sometime next week. I expect a full report of how much you love it once you get it :thumbs-up: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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