ATI vs Nvidia

**jason_jinx** · 12-12-08, 08:21 PM

See thats the thing about articles on pc hardware.
Today its badass tomorrow there will be drivers out that will fuck it up or give gains.

**Mudstalker** · 12-13-08, 05:14 AM

I have a Radeon x850, don't know if thats good or not

But been looking around for something better. Any advice?
And yes, I would like to stay with ATI.

**Mcstrange** · 12-15-08, 10:48 AM

wow, I had one of those, awesome card but its time to upgrade!
cost? for 125-150 you can get a 4850 which is ridiculously powerful card for that amount of money.

**Sgtamato** · 12-15-08, 02:46 PM

I have a question. I presently have a ati 1600/1650 series card ( 512 mem). I am thinking about upgrading to a newer card. I was thinking about getting a Nvidia 8800 ($150) or a ati 4850 ($170). I am wondering if I should stay with my present card or go with one of the ones I mentioned.
I would like your input on which way to go.

**Mad_Hatter** · 12-15-08, 02:57 PM

I had a 1600 before I bought a 4870, and the difference between the two was like night and day. I'd say the 4850 isn't that big of a step down so go for it.
You won't be disappointed.

**Mcstrange** · 12-15-08, 03:42 PM

No question there, 4850
You can get one for 140 or less if you keep your eye out for rebates on the net:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...nd&Order=PRICE

**Mudstalker** · 12-15-08, 10:46 PM

Thanks McStrange :9

Now I have something to put my christmas money towards.

Uh, another question (sorry, I just started playing games in June so I don't know much about computers yet, I'm workin on it). How do I put the video card in and all that once I get it? You can PM me if you don't want to clutter this thread.