In need of a new graphics card

[SirWeegee]

I recently received a new Dell computer that came with a 1920x1080 monitor, 6GB of RAM and 640GB of hard drive space, but the graphics card doesn't allow me to play all of my games as smoothly as I expected, so...I was wondering what graphics card provides the best performance for under 140$ or so. Thanks in advance.

 

[Dark Nova Gamer]

I intend to get this card soon enough. Aside from the pink box it comes in, looks good.

Newegg.com - GIGABYTE GV-R485MC-1GI Radeon HD 4850 1GB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card

 

[pebbly]

hi sirweegee, welcome to the forums , could you please give us a little more info on your pc the graphics card etc

 

[SlackerITGuy]

Newegg.com - POWERCOLOR AX5770 512MD5-H Radeon HD 5770 512MB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 CrossFireX Support Video Card

 

[thefabe]

Here's a guide to help with where to fill in your specs. Thanks. Fabe

 

[Heroxoot]

Newegg.com - POWERCOLOR AX5770 512MD5-H Radeon HD 5770 512MB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 CrossFireX Support Video Card

I love newegg, but for somethings we turn to tiger direct.

Diamond 5770PE51G Radeon HD 5770 Video Card - 1GB GDDR5, PCI-Express 2.0, CrossFireX Ready, Dual DVI, Display Port, HDMI at TigerDirect.com

 

[jr26]

I'm Team Nvidia but with that price range i'll recommend ATI. Save up a couple more dollars and get the HD 5770, 5750 or 4870.

We need your full specs though to help you out.

 

[ThePizzaMan]

yes for that price go with the 5770 or 5750

 

[Phone Man]

Here is a good deal on a 5750. $119.99 after rebate and free shipping.

Newegg.com - MSI R5750-MD1G Radeon HD 5750 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card

Jim

 

[Heroxoot]

Here is a good deal on a 5750. $119.99 after rebate and free shipping.

Newegg.com - MSI R5750-MD1G Radeon HD 5750 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card

Jim

Oh dear god, the size of that fan, orgasmic. They badboy should stay cool, I'd buy it if you are safe feeling with rebates.

 

[Phone Man]

Here is a good deal on a 5750. $119.99 after rebate and free shipping.

Newegg.com - MSI R5750-MD1G Radeon HD 5750 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card

Jim

Oh dear god, the size of that fan, orgasmic. They badboy should stay cool, I'd buy it if you are safe feeling with rebates.

Just read the rebate form and follow the directions and watch the cutoff dates. Make copies of all paper work. Only had 1 rebate problem in 10 years and I hardly ever buy anything at full price.

Jim

 

[Heroxoot]

Here is a good deal on a 5750. $119.99 after rebate and free shipping.

Newegg.com - MSI R5750-MD1G Radeon HD 5750 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card

Jim

Oh dear god, the size of that fan, orgasmic. They badboy should stay cool, I'd buy it if you are safe feeling with rebates.

Just read the rebate form and follow the directions and watch the cutoff dates. Make copies of all paper work. Only had 1 rebate problem in 10 years and I hardly ever buy anything at full price.

Jim

Yea well I'm still waiting for a rebate for my PSU. Its been 2 months.

 

[Phone Man]

Oh dear god, the size of that fan, orgasmic. They badboy should stay cool, I'd buy it if you are safe feeling with rebates.

Just read the rebate form and follow the directions and watch the cutoff dates. Make copies of all paper work. Only had 1 rebate problem in 10 years and I hardly ever buy anything at full price.

Jim

Yea well I'm still waiting for a rebate for my PSU. Its been 2 months.

Nobody said rebates are fast. Most state 8 weeks to get rebate after they are approved. Have you heard from them? Has it been approved? Most have a web site to check the status.

Jim

 

[Joshatdot]

I too am kinda looking for a new GFX card. I've heard/read some driver issues with 57xx series, GSoD and wonky Aero support...any of this true?

I've kinda narrowed it down to 4770 or GT240, but willing to look into a 5750 or GTS250

 

[SirWeegee]

Oh yeah, I apologize for not specifying my specs in the first place. I'm working on it right now, and I'll edit this post when I'm done.

 

[Heroxoot]

Just read the rebate form and follow the directions and watch the cutoff dates. Make copies of all paper work. Only had 1 rebate problem in 10 years and I hardly ever buy anything at full price.

Jim

Yea well I'm still waiting for a rebate for my PSU. Its been 2 months.

Nobody said rebates are fast. Most state 8 weeks to get rebate after they are approved. Have you heard from them? Has it been approved? Most have a web site to check the status.

Jim

Nope. I actually gave up on it.

 

[Phone Man]

Yea well I'm still waiting for a rebate for my PSU. Its been 2 months.

Nobody said rebates are fast. Most state 8 weeks to get rebate after they are approved. Have you heard from them? Has it been approved? Most have a web site to check the status.

Jim

Nope. I actually gave up on it.

Thats what they want you to do.

Jim

 

[thefabe]

Oh yeah, I apologize for not specifying my specs in the first place. I'm working on it right now, and I'll edit this post when I'm done.

Still could use a very important piece of hardware often overlooked when looking for new video card and that's your power supply. You need to make sure it meets or better yet exceeds the minimum requirements for the card you choose. Fabe

 

[Heroxoot]

Nobody said rebates are fast. Most state 8 weeks to get rebate after they are approved. Have you heard from them? Has it been approved? Most have a web site to check the status.

Jim

Nope. I actually gave up on it.

Thats what they want you to do.

Jim

Lies. I am using reverse psychology. They will mail me it because I no longer want it. Oldest trick in the book

 

[thefabe]

I thought this was a thread on helping the Op find a video card? As far a rebates go I normally never take them into consideration when buying. especially rebates from third party rebate companies. Now if it is from the manufacturer that's different. Otherwise you have to stay on top of these other companies and wait forever to get yours, if ever. Fabe