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New GPU
OK, so Ive been putting off a new PC build and GPU upgrade for a while now.
But now, that taxes are out of the way and here in 2 more weeks Im definately ordering a upgrade.
Initially, I was going to build a Sandy Bridge P67, but after reading around a bit it seems LGA 2011 (Ivy Bridge?) will be out in the last quarter of the year. So, thinking I'll hold off for those and upgrade the GPU now :)
So, as far as the GPU, Ive decided to give team Green a go this time.
But looking for some advice.
Im looking at these 2 GTX 570s:
Newegg.com - EVGA SuperClocked 012-P3-1573-AR GeForce GTX 570 HD w/Display-Port (Fermi) 1280MB 320-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card
Newegg.com - EVGA SuperClocked 012-P3-1572-AR GeForce GTX 570 (Fermi) 1280MB 320-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card
So my main question is about the HD version of the card. It appears it vents inside the case, and Ive not been able to fine any info other than its the same performance.
Nothing about temps. (I really dont care about the full HDMI or Display Ports it offers)
Anyone know if this card actually runs any cooler?
And of course the othercan have a HAF bracket and backplate added to it to make it look much nicer.
The HD has also had a $30-50 rebate lately, which brings it down a bit cheaper, which I suppose is worth considering as well.
Not really sure which would be the better choice.
At any count, Im also curious about the 600 series. Last I read it said Q4 of 2011.
My thought was grab one of these 570s now, and use my step up program to get a 600 series ... or possibly a GTX580 if it gets delayed beyond the 90 days.
Thoughts?
((Oh, and BTW, I do understand I can save about $5-$10 going w/regualr edition and OC myself. But I usually do not OC my GPUS. So if theres a factory OC w/Warranty I like that option))