4870 CF or wait 2 weeks for 4870x2

[Shawnasee]

So CF 4870's or one 4870x2?

 

[veedubfreak]

If you already have 1 4870, its probably cheaper to add another rather than buy a 4870x2.

 

[Shawnasee]

If you already have 1 4870, its probably cheaper to add another rather than buy a 4870x2.

And if you are deciding between the two and have neither?

 

[ajkates]

I went with a single 4870 myself, only because I wasn't sure how much power I'd really need. Since the performance difference doesn't seem all that significant between 2x 4870 and a 4870x2 at my resolution (1920x1080), I figured I'd try one first. I spend far more time with productivity/multitasking/media than I do gaming, but I do like to play smoothly at the native res when I do play.

I just ordered last night, so I'll let you know if I'm happy with my decision in a few days. Will give Oblivion and maybe Mass Effect a try. Since my old rig had an X850XT PE, I'm sure I'll be pleased with the results.

 

[GunzofNavarone]

Since my old rig had an X850XT PE, I'm sure I'll be pleased with the results.

going from an x850xt to a 4870 should in fact make u orgasmic