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Old 02-17-2006, 03:16 PM   #1 (permalink)
 
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After running a couple more benchmarks on my system I found out that
my video card is weakest link. I researched quite a bit on the the nvidia cards and saw that there are tons if diff types of models. I went to Tomsharedware to look and see what they had to say but I think I confused myself even more lol. My question is would a 6600 gt outperform a 6800gs or plain 6800 all with 256md ram? I am basically looking to see if anyone can point me in the right direction as to what performs better. I have a pci-e slot too. Thanks for ur time.


edit: oh yeah I noticed the GT was the top of the line but couldnt figure out what GS meant as far as speed and quality is concerned.
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Old 02-17-2006, 03:32 PM   #2 (permalink)
 
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Asus X700 for sale if you need one... Performs just below the 6600GT. Any 6800 series card will outperform any 6600 series card. Keep that in mind...

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Get the 6800GS, its faster than the 6600GT and you can get it for around $160 at zipzoomfly.
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Old 02-17-2006, 07:07 PM   #4 (permalink)
 
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I think after rebates it's about the same on newegg. Something like 154 before shipping, so I assume 5.99 shipping. They're getting affordable.

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