graphics card advice

juane414 · May 14, 2008

So a friend of mine wants a new computer. Mainly for the purpose of playing Age of Empires 3. I was thinking about getting an HD2600XT for him, but I'm wondering how it compares to the HD3650 or 8600gt/gts. I'd prefer to stick with ATI, but I want to get him the most for his money. He won't really know the difference

This is on a budget as well, so sub $100 for the graphics card is all he can afford. So no 3850/3870 or 8800gt/gts or 9600gt suggestions please.

Sndm3mny · May 14, 2008

how much is he looking to spend? and i wouldnt get the 2600 series i had that card...and its honestly crap...
if your looking for budget take a look at the 8800gt, 2900xt, 3850-70...

onguardtech · May 14, 2008

Sndm3mny said:
how much is he looking to spend? and i wouldnt get the 2600 series i had that card...and its honestly crap...
if your looking for budget take a look at the 8800gt, 2900xt, 3850-70...

Im sorry, but please read someones post before commenting.

I would recommened the HD3650, it uses less power so requires a smaller PSU, and generates less heat. And will be enough of a card for the game he plays.

chrome-187 · May 14, 2008

the 3850 is $100

www.newegg.com

Shiggity · May 14, 2008

chrome-187 said:
the 3850 is $100 www.newegg.com

juane414 · May 14, 2008

I just think that the 3850 would be overkill for him. The 2600XT I'm looking at is gddr4 so I would think it would outperform the 3650. This is what I'm looking at.

onguardtech · May 14, 2008

juane414 said:
I just think that the 3850 would be overkill for him. The 2600XT I'm looking at is gddr4 so I would think it would outperform the 3650. This is what I'm looking at.

Yes thats a good choice. Solid card, CHEAP $$$$$

evomac · May 14, 2008

8800 GS after rebate

I'd say this is a pretty solid deal (snatched from slickdeals). This is the card I would recommend for your budget. There is a rebate involved, but a rebate that is ~33% of the value of the product is worthwhile.

juane414 · May 14, 2008

Wow that is a super deal. I'd love to stick with ATI but I don't think I will find a deal that beats that. Thanks for the tip evomac!

onguardtech · May 15, 2008

evomac said:
8800 GS after rebate

I'd say this is a pretty solid deal (snatched from slickdeals). This is the card I would recommend for your budget. There is a rebate involved, but a rebate that is ~33% of the value of the product is worthwhile.

that is a great deal, i forgot all about frys they have some sweet deals right now

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