Hi all,

I've been wanting to get a better graphics card in my computer... but, since I have never bought a graphics card, I don't know which company to get from, or which card is best, any suggestions?

I'm running a...

Intel Celeron 1.2GHZ
256MB Ram
20GB HDD
Intel 82815 Graphics card, or controller?

I know, I know, my computers ancient! but, I don't have a job. The only Game i really play on my comp. is CFS2, and I only pull about 30FPS, sometime in the near future I want to build my own rig. I'm not looking for a heated debate, just some advice on which card you think is best.



Brandon

I recommend a 6600 GT.

You will see a HUGE increase in performence over puny integrated gfx.

But you need to upgrade your RAM and CPU to get the most out of such a "good" gfx card. (The 6600 gt is technically a mainstream card)

BTW, one thing you need to check is if your computer has an AGP port. IF it does not, then you can buy a 5200, which is still a huge increase in performence over integrated gfx.

The 6600gt is a high quality card and is the cheapest for the performence it offers.

The 6600 gt is a nvidia card, but is sold throug vendors like leadtek or eVGA.

I recommend a 6600 gt from either one of those vendors.

I don't know what belarc is, so I wouldn't know, but there is an easy way to find out if you have an AGP port. Open up your computer and look for a (usually) brown expansion slot that protrudes out more than the (usually) white PCI ones.
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I agree with fireman to upgrade your RAM.

However, I think a 8500 would be a waste of money. Even an nvidia 5200 is better as it supports directx 9.