Joop Beris wrote:
Hello list-mates,
Since I am slowly beginning to consider buying a new machine (see another thread), but haven't done so in a while, I am not really up to speed with graphics adapters. My current machine has an NVidia FX5200, which is an okay budget card. But the performance isn't exactly stellar and of course it is quite dated.
So what I am looking for is some feedback on which current graphics cards are, in this order of importance: a) best supported under openSUSE/Linux b) have great performance and deliver jaw-dropping graphics :-) c) do not cost an arm and a leg, or my first-born
I don't mind so much loading a proprietary driver, but if it can be avoided, that would be nice.
Hope to hear some thoughts/experiences.
Joop
Joop, Before you buy, check ATI and nVidia chipset specs. at: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/131 http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/132 As long as you stay with either ATI (9600 and newer) and nVidia 5900FX and newer (but watch out the 6200-6600, 7100-7600 and 8400 cards, they suck) you will be fine. My favorites for the price: Radeon: X800XT (or PE or GTO) 9800XT 1650XT (or PRO - Do NOT by HIS) nVidia: 5700 Ultra (if found for $20) 5900 Ultra 5950 Ultra 6800 Ultra (or GS or GT) 7800 (any series) 8600 or newer (any series) All of these cards can be picked up for less than $40 except for the 8600. Check gearsxs.com, ebay or pricewatch or pricegrabber. gearsxs and ebay tend to be the best for video cards. GearsXs often runs specials for NEW OEM cards in the $35 range. -- David C. Rankin, J.D., P.E. Rankin Law Firm, PLLC 510 Ochiltree Street Nacogdoches, Texas 75961 Telephone: (936) 715-9333 Facsimile: (936) 715-9339 www.rankinlawfirm.com -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe@opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help@opensuse.org