[azukizero]

Hi,

I would like to upgrade my video card but I'd like some advice on which to choose and where to buy. The current card I have now is the ATI card that came with my G5 (dual 1.8). It has a whopping 64mb on it.


I will be getting a Dell 24" LCD to accompany this and I've put aside a few hundred dollars for a good video card. I game occasionally and wouldn't mind a card that doesn't drop to a lame frame rate when the action heats up. Although I don't game as much as before, I'm primarily interested in holding a comfortable resolution for my Dell monitor.

All recommendations are appreciated!

[EFFENDI]

I have heard good things about the Radeon X850XT

[Boochie]

A less expensive choice would be the Radeon 9800. At some point this month ATI is supposed to be dropping their prices, so that the X800 is about $399 and the 9800 Pro is $299 (I think).

[crooner]

Originally Posted by EFFENDI

I have heard good things about the Radeon X850XT

I'm pretty sure that the Mac version of the 850 XT is only available as an OEM BTO part on G5 systems. The 800 XT, on the other hand, is a great card, can run an Apple 30" Apple Cinema Display and does not block any PCI slots. Its fan is also nearly silent.

Other than that, the Special Edition 9800 (256MB - G5 only) is a great option.

[azukizero]

thanks for the recommendations.


Where is the best place to buy any of these cards? Any special deals out there?

thanks!