What video card should I get for Vista?

Seanman · Apr 4, 2007

Well, I am getting a new computer to run Windows Vista, and I am a bit stumped on what video card I should get. The budget is around $100 - $130.

Currently, I'm considering the XFX 7600GT, the Sapphire 1900GT, and the Sapphire X1950GT.

The problem is, I am pretty clueless when it comes to ATi graphics cards. So, which card offers the best performance and stability with Vista for the money?

Tornado · Apr 4, 2007

I'd say the X1900. The 1950 costs a little more, but is a little slower. The 7600GT is blown away by both, at least in 3dMark '06.

Seanman · Apr 5, 2007

That's what I thought, but I've heard some bad things about ATi's Vista compatibility...

Tornado · Apr 5, 2007

I believe most of that is due to driver issues, and should go away soon if it isn't already fixed.

G.T · Apr 5, 2007

Both ATis are the best performers there, by far.

But, having helped setup a PC with a 7600GT in it the other day, the card runs Vista perfectly.

Seanman · Apr 6, 2007

Well, I bit the bullet and got the X1900GT. Thanks for all the help. 👍

standard235 · Apr 7, 2007

I think you should have gotten the x1950. Lot of guys over at OCN have them. Great numbers and awesome results in 3dmark.

Seanman · Apr 7, 2007

Well, I wasn't really planning on overclocking it much anyway...

standard235 · Apr 8, 2007

Lol it's all good.

I'm sure you'll be more than happy with the card.

I'm not much of an ATI fan, but maybe the R600 will change that.

How about AMD? They're in a rut with Intel's C2D obliterating their top processors... and they just bought out ATI. Better hope K10 brings something to knock Intel on their asses... just a thought.

Burnout · Apr 8, 2007

Heads up, I've got an X1900GT. Solid card. 👍

Pebb · Apr 8, 2007

I would say wait at least a year, once the next breed of DX10 cards are out, also there is no need to move to Vista right away in my view.