Improving Graphics...?
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If you're looking to play 3D fps games but want a bargain card, grab a GeForce 7600GT for about $95- they aren't too expensive and and perform MUCH better than the 7300 cards which are $20 to $30 less... That card is the sweet spot of bang for the buck.
As you get into the $200 range there are really, really nice cards like the ATI Radeon X1950XT and further up, the godlike GeForce 8800.
Buying online from NewEgg you'll get unbeatable prices, but local computer stores carry them. You might even check Fryes or CompUSA, depending upon your area.
Here's the latest list from Tom's Hardware:
GeForce 8 Series...:)
You'll need a PCIe slot for those though and at least a 500Watt PSU.
If you have an AGP slot then i'd go for a GeForce 7600
Check www.newegg.com right now. There's a LOT of good deals on video cards. Just figure out what kind of slot is on the motherboard first before ordering anything.
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After looking at the exact model's specs on Newegg.com, yuo will be able to handle a GeForce 8600 without too much trouble.
I would go ahead and have it installed through an authorized dealer if it is still under warranty so you don't void that warranty.
If you do attempt to install it yourself, please be sure to disable the intergrated Video chipset to prevent any kind of hardware conflicts.
Well to save you money its easyer to install yourself but I like the Geforce Fx series. I use a Geforce Fx 5200 and I can play any game with graphics at full power and they run perfect. They cost round 89.99 and super easy to install. More Q's just email me.
This should do the trick:http://www.newegg.com/product/product.as...
its a midrange card, but it brand new so it should give you just fine performance. Also it DirectX 10 so it is somewhat future proof. Check your power supply, I would recommend at leat 350W. (If anyone starts screaming about needing a 500 or 600 PSU, the card only uses about 40W.) Lastly, install it yourself, no sense in going to a store and paying more for the card, and then paying even more to have them install it. If you can safely operate a set of Legos, you can install a video card. If you need further help, email me.
Do not buy an Nvidia FX 5200 or any FX for that matter. Mark N should be marked down for that one. I could help you if you gave me a price range. Thanks.
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