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Graphics Card Dilemma....please help!

EL__Tenedor
By EL__Tenedor
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I can not decide which gpu to choose, i have three possible ones but im open to any other suggestions at the 200- 240$usd

-MSI R9 380 4g

-XFX Radeon R9 280x 3g

-ASUS STRIX R9 380 4g

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Technically the 280x should be better, but I'd personally grab the msi 380. I refuse to suggest Asus cards after their latest qc control issues.

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That I don't claim to know. I don't keep up to date on pricing (within that range), but you might be able to snag a 290 for around there and if so then do it. If not then the 380 is likely the smartest choice.

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Thanks! So is that the best card at that price range?

 

Yeah, just about the best card at $200-250 range

 

I like the looks of the STRIX, but MSI's will perform better (barely noticeable). I suggest looking at some pictures of each, and pick according to that and the color of your system.

 

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Yeah I think ill go with the msi 380 thanks you guys! This forum kicks ass btw...very quick responses

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