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Nymmie
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I got a friend who wants to get a new GPU for gaming on a 1366x768 TV

 

I was wondering how well a R7 260X for $145 would perform at that resolution and possibly for 1080p as a future upgrade for him.

 

Completely maxing out the graphics isnt a big concern for him... but would like to get mediumish settings while maintaining 35-45 in most games.

 

EDIT: He mostly plays Path of Exile, Borderlands 2 and Hitman: Absolution

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Eh get a 750ti.

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A 260x is a solid choice for that use case. It should blow 720p away and do very nicely at 1080p at decent looking settings.

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The new GTX 750 Ti just came out at that price point and it's better than the 260X and you'll be pretty much maxing everything at 1360x768. I play at this same resolution with a 560 and play everything high to ultra, the 750 Ti is much better than a 560.

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Thanks for input guys....

 

And just remembered to ask this just now... how much would a r7 260x(or equivilent) be hampered by an i3 @ 3.3ghtz... i dont know what generation it is though...

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yah a R7 260x or a GTX 750 Ti are great options!

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Thanks for input guys....

 

And just remembered to ask this just now... how much would a r7 260x(or equivilent) be hampered by an i3 @ 3.3ghtz... i dont know what generation it is though...

What i3 is it?

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I think a 750ti would be complete overkill for the resolution you are listing especially when he doesn't want to max out the details. a 650 or even a 640 IMO

 

EDIT I just saw the 1080p upgrade. A 750ti would be great at 1080p but if he doesn't care about maxing out details then he could save some money

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