My graphics card has died atlast! Been holding off an upgrade for quite some time now. So its time.
I've got a budget of $400 for a new graphics card. So been looking at GTX 670 (had shortlisted this card over a month back - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a ... 6814130787) but here is my problem - my current system is quite dated. I have plans to upgrade (in the distant future actually) so i'm not sure if i should start my upgrade cycle with a good graphics card or hold out even longer (its going over 5 years now!) and get a cheaper alternative.
My current system is -
Intel Core 2 Duo E4300
Asus p5n-e sli - [pci-x 16x version 1.x - will this have an impact?]
8 GB ram
WD 2TB x 3
Corsair VX450 - [will this power supply suffice? GTX 670 need 2 x 6 pin connectors, so would this have to be upgraded?]
XFX 8800 - [RIP]
Currently on 1080p, with no plans to upgrade my display.
So is it worth future proofing with GTX 670 or is it an overkill for my existing system. My old card churned out playable framerates for Skyrim, MF 3 but not for BF3, LA noire, witcher2. Or should i just face reality & go for a $150 card instead.
any comments appreciated!