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mockier · 2nd April 2008, 1:30 PM

Does anyone think that all these refresh cards could be stifling games releases/engine development?

Crysis has been out for 5-6 months now yet it still isn't really playable on a 24" LCD with Ultra settings.

I think other developers might be put off by that. Unless it's a plot to trick 3Drealms into releasing "whenever".

Ice009 · 2nd April 2008, 2:27 PM

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Originally Posted by DiGiTaL_MoNkEY

There is a price drop on the 8800GT and 8800GTS (g92) series meant to be coming soon, which should give it a bit more distance as well as allow the 9800GTX to settle down in price after its launch.

Any idea when those prices cuts are due DM? A rough estimate?

DiGiTaL MoNkEY · 2nd April 2008, 2:33 PM

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Originally Posted by mockier

Does anyone think that all these refresh cards could be stifling games releases/engine development?

Crysis has been out for 5-6 months now yet it still isn't really playable on a 24" LCD with Ultra settings.

I think other developers might be put off by that. Unless it's a plot to trick 3Drealms into releasing "whenever".

Crysis is only one game, one engine...all the other games on the market run fine and they sell even better than what Crysis did

too much hype.

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Originally Posted by Ice009

Any idea when those prices cuts are due DM? A rough estimate?

Umm..will let you know if i end up finding the details once again.

Ice009 · 2nd April 2008, 2:50 PM

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Originally Posted by DiGiTaL_MoNkEY

Umm..will let you know if i end up finding the details once again.

Thanks. I was curious cause I haven't heard anything about this before.

I'm actually thinking about getting a sub $100 video card with my new system and waiting a month or so until prices settle down a bit.

Edit : Then again would that be a stupid idea? It'd probably end up costing the same or more

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DiGiTaL MoNkEY · 2nd April 2008, 3:21 PM

The source seemed to of disappeared atm, so just consider it a rumour atm. But nvidia are expected to release the 9800GT and 9800GTS over the next couple of months, so it possible to make a educated guess that they would be some kind of price drops.

As for buying a 9800GTX for example, check the general prices out atm to see what you would be happy to pay and not get ripped off. I wouldnt wait much more than a couple of weeks (but thats just me).

Ridah · 2nd April 2008, 3:25 PM

I will be picking one of these up on the weekend, definitely a worthy upgrade from the 8800 GTS 320 I have.

Kookooburra · 2nd April 2008, 3:27 PM

I like the fact that both 9800GTX SLI and 9800GX2 are scaling beautifully, and also don't appear to have many stability related issues.
I think tri SLI is idiotic in almost every imaginable case, but I'm sure someone will defend it

My concern with the 9800 parts is the bus and memory.....what if Far Cry2 is a killer, it might mean that despite the raw horsepower, you'll have to play it at 10x7 to manage data flow.

DiGiTaL MoNkEY · 2nd April 2008, 5:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Kookooburra

I like the fact that both 9800GTX SLI and 9800GX2 are scaling beautifully, and also don't appear to have many stability related issues.

Yes the scaling from a single card to SLI has really improved

On some games a single 9800GTX takes the 3870X2 out in some games

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Originally Posted by Kookooburra

I think tri SLI is idiotic in almost every imaginable case, but I'm sure someone will defend it

I won't defend it, but if it actually scaled well enough to justify the cost..then it would be worthwhile, otherwise it aint scaling for shit!! ahaha

MichaelMR2 · 2nd April 2008, 5:24 PM

what bothers me about tri sli is I've yet to see benchmarks showing what if any, impact the lower X16 slot has on latency etc...I imagine if you want more than 2...that quad might be your better path..

DiGiTaL MoNkEY · 2nd April 2008, 5:33 PM

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Originally Posted by MichaelMR2

what bothers me about tri sli is I've yet to see benchmarks showing what if any, impact the lower X16 slot has on latency etc...I imagine if you want more than 2...that quad might be your better path..

I’m intrigued...tell me more about this issue?? is it because the uneven number of gpu's??

Kookooburra · 2nd April 2008, 5:35 PM

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Originally Posted by DiGiTaL_MoNkEY

I won't defend it, but if it actually scaled well enough to justify the cost

Compared to what though....?

DiGiTaL MoNkEY · 2nd April 2008, 5:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Kookooburra

Compared to what though....?

Compared to a dual card SLI setup..like two GPU's seem to scale nice in SLI but three just seem to add trouble to the system and not add the extra performance benefits people would have hoped for in spending the extra money for a third card.

Just had a read of AnandTech's review, seems like they had some serious issues with Tri-SLI :S

http://anandtech.com/video/showdoc.aspx?i=3275&p=5

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Seems the Umart is selling the 9800GTX for $385

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Originally Posted by jmart38

hey guys, cheapest 9800GTX I could find in aus - take a lookg http://umart.com.au/pro/products_lis...id=5&sid=30238

(This is at the Eight Mile Plains store)

guard · 2nd April 2008, 6:11 PM

jee maybe i should have waited i worked out a deal with the shop owner for 2 xfx 9800gtx 740mhz overclocked for $900 delivered, but the genetic brands are already $385.... hmm anyone seen the overclocked versions under $440?

DiGiTaL MoNkEY · 2nd April 2008, 6:15 PM

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Originally Posted by guard

jee maybe i should have waited i worked out a deal with the shop owner for 2 xfx 9800gtx 740mhz overclocked for $900 delivered, but the genetic brands are already $385.... hmm anyone seen the overclocked versions under $440?

Hard to find any O/C versions for less that $440, but as with all new releases you do pay a bit of a premium.

guard · 2nd April 2008, 6:17 PM

i know i wish i was more patient, i mite just cancel and wait a couple weeks, whats 2 weeks ive been staring at my unopened crysis box for 6 months now

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The 9800GTX Looks Good..	56	26.79%
Blah I Need More Power!!	86	41.15%
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2nd April 2008, 3:25 PM	#51
Ridah Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Oakhurst, NSW Posts: 311	I will be picking one of these up on the weekend, definitely a worthy upgrade from the 8800 GTS 320 I have. __________________ My Computer (PCDB) Steam Community / PSN ID - ash-au

2nd April 2008, 5:24 PM	#54
MichaelMR2 Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Sydney Posts: 1,137	what bothers me about tri sli is I've yet to see benchmarks showing what if any, impact the lower X16 slot has on latency etc...I imagine if you want more than 2...that quad might be your better path.. __________________ Currently watching the last season of SG1

2nd April 2008, 1:30 PM	#46
mockier Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Evanston Gardens, SA. Posts: 33	Does anyone think that all these refresh cards could be stifling games releases/engine development? Crysis has been out for 5-6 months now yet it still isn't really playable on a 24" LCD with Ultra settings. I think other developers might be put off by that. Unless it's a plot to trick 3Drealms into releasing "whenever".

2nd April 2008, 3:21 PM	#50
DiGiTaL MoNkEY Bokehlicious Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Posts: 26,693	The source seemed to of disappeared atm, so just consider it a rumour atm. But nvidia are expected to release the 9800GT and 9800GTS over the next couple of months, so it possible to make a educated guess that they would be some kind of price drops. As for buying a 9800GTX for example, check the general prices out atm to see what you would be happy to pay and not get ripped off. I wouldnt wait much more than a couple of weeks (but thats just me).

2nd April 2008, 3:27 PM	#52
Kookooburra Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Brisbane Posts: 3,037	I like the fact that both 9800GTX SLI and 9800GX2 are scaling beautifully, and also don't appear to have many stability related issues. I think tri SLI is idiotic in almost every imaginable case, but I'm sure someone will defend it My concern with the 9800 parts is the bus and memory.....what if Far Cry2 is a killer, it might mean that despite the raw horsepower, you'll have to play it at 10x7 to manage data flow.

2nd April 2008, 6:11 PM	#58
guard Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 70	jee maybe i should have waited i worked out a deal with the shop owner for 2 xfx 9800gtx 740mhz overclocked for $900 delivered, but the genetic brands are already $385.... hmm anyone seen the overclocked versions under $440?

2nd April 2008, 6:17 PM	#60
guard Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 70	i know i wish i was more patient, i mite just cancel and wait a couple weeks, whats 2 weeks ive been staring at my unopened crysis box for 6 months now