GPU and res question..

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#1 sn4k3_64
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Hi guys, im set on getting a gtx 460 for my birthday, now i game at 1360x768, which isn't exactly a high res, but would a gtx 460 1gb be the best or would you recommend the 768mb versions?

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#2 angrules23
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well both are massive overkill for your res, but if you are planning on upgrading your monitor soon to a 1080p one then the 1gb 460 is the go.
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#3 GazaAli
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Are you sure this is not a laptop we are talking about here?
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#4 sn4k3_64
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Are you sure this is not a laptop we are talking about here?GazaAli
Nope, my desktop pc..

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#5 sn4k3_64
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well both are massive overkill for your res, but if you are planning on upgrading your monitor soon to a 1080p one then the 1gb 460 is the go.angrules23
No, my monitor is fine? I just want to know which version would be better, although the 1gb version isnt that much more expensive, im not sure whether i need it or not
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#6 yayitsjon
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[QUOTE="angrules23"]well both are massive overkill for your res, but if you are planning on upgrading your monitor soon to a 1080p one then the 1gb 460 is the go.sn4k3_64
No, my monitor is fine? I just want to know which version would be better, although the 1gb version isnt that much more expensive, im not sure whether i need it or not

If I were you (assuming that you pick up the new card), I would seriously consider picking up a 23" full 1920 X 1080 monitor around black Friday. You can grab a pretty decent one for ~$100 and I honestly think you would enjoy it much more.

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[QUOTE="sn4k3_64"][QUOTE="angrules23"]well both are massive overkill for your res, but if you are planning on upgrading your monitor soon to a 1080p one then the 1gb 460 is the go.yayitsjon

No, my monitor is fine? I just want to know which version would be better, although the 1gb version isnt that much more expensive, im not sure whether i need it or not

If I were you (assuming that you pick up the new card), I would seriously consider picking up a 23" full 1920 X 1080 monitor around black Friday. You can grab a pretty decent one for ~$100 and I honestly think you would enjoy it much more.

Hmm ok i'll have a think about it, it all depends though if i can afford to get that gpu and possibly a new monitor, its not like im unhappy with what i have though :S. is 1920x1080 really that much better?
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#8 yayitsjon
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[QUOTE="yayitsjon"]

[QUOTE="sn4k3_64"] No, my monitor is fine? I just want to know which version would be better, although the 1gb version isnt that much more expensive, im not sure whether i need it or notsn4k3_64

If I were you (assuming that you pick up the new card), I would seriously consider picking up a 23" full 1920 X 1080 monitor around black Friday. You can grab a pretty decent one for ~$100 and I honestly think you would enjoy it much more.

Hmm ok i'll have a think about it, it all depends though if i can afford to get that gpu and possibly a new monitor, its not like im unhappy with what i have though :S. is 1920x1080 really that much better?

Well I didn't know your monitor was that size, but if its clear as day to you then I wouldn't worry. I was referring to 23" monitors. (~$100)

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#9 sn4k3_64
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[QUOTE="sn4k3_64"][QUOTE="yayitsjon"]

If I were you (assuming that you pick up the new card), I would seriously consider picking up a 23" full 1920 X 1080 monitor around black Friday. You can grab a pretty decent one for ~$100 and I honestly think you would enjoy it much more.

yayitsjon

Hmm ok i'll have a think about it, it all depends though if i can afford to get that gpu and possibly a new monitor, its not like im unhappy with what i have though :S. is 1920x1080 really that much better?

Well I didn't know your monitor was that size, but if its clear as day to you then I wouldn't worry. I was referring to 23" monitors. (~$100)

Yeah i dont feel the need to upgrade, its crystal clear and if i was to sell it i wouldn't get much money anyway :P. Im just wondering whether or not to splash out on a gtx 460, it could well be over kill, but having said that wouldnt it then be more future proof?
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#10 angrules23
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I'd say get the 460, and the 1gb version if you can afford it. You will be able to play games at very high settings for a fair while with that card.
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#11 sn4k3_64
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I'd say get the 460, and the 1gb version if you can afford it. You will be able to play games at very high settings for a fair while with that card.angrules23
What do you think about getting a new monitor? Is it worth the hassle?
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#12 rock_solid
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dude, a nice monitor is one of the best things you can buy for your pc.

got mine a couple years ago.. 22"

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#13 sn4k3_64
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dude, a nice monitor is one of the best things you can buy for your pc.

got mine a couple years ago.. 22"

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Yeah thats true, its just whether or not i want to get rid of it to make more use of a gtx 460 (if i get it)
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#14 bluemustang16
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Upgrading will mean you'll need more GPU power and need to upgrade more often. So if you're fine with your current monitor/tv don't bother.

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[QUOTE="rock_solid"]

dude, a nice monitor is one of the best things you can buy for your pc.

got mine a couple years ago.. 22"

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Yeah thats true, its just whether or not i want to get rid of it to make more use of a gtx 460 (if i get it)

Get the GTX 460 and upgrade the Monitor Later when you have the money. I don't know why every bodies giving you so much hassle about what size monitor they think you should get. If your happy with it keep it

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#16 sn4k3_64
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[QUOTE="sn4k3_64"][QUOTE="rock_solid"]

dude, a nice monitor is one of the best things you can buy for your pc.

got mine a couple years ago.. 22"

gmaster456

Yeah thats true, its just whether or not i want to get rid of it to make more use of a gtx 460 (if i get it)

Get the GTX 460 and upgrade the Monitor Later when you have the money. I don't know why every bodies giving you so much hassle about what size monitor they think you should get. If your happy with it keep it

Yeah i know lol, they have a good point though, i just didnt realise that i was gaming at such low res. Im trying to sell it now anyway, because i figured its best making the most of the gpu by getting a higher res monitor and also a 27" lcd isnt exactly doing my eyes any favours lol xD. Wish me luck, looks like its going on ebay soon! :)