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Eric Brewer
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August 4th, 2008 19:00
Quiet graphic card when idle
Didn't get any action on this thread in gaming rigs forum so hopefully you guys can help me:
Hello Everyone, I am looking to upgrade my xps 420 from the stock radeon 2400 pro to something like a 8800gt, 9800gt, 9600gt, or 4850. Just depends on where prices are in a couple weeks.
Can you tell me, in general, do graphics cards fans run quietly when idle? My system will be idle most of the time, so quiet is important.
Thanks, Eric
Rambler358
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Posted August 4th, 2008 20:00
Regarding the nVidia based cards - EVGA, BFG, XFX, MSI and Gigabyte are all good brands. I'd tend to stay away from the other no-name brands. EVGA offers a step-up program which you can read about on their web site:
Rambler358
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Posted August 4th, 2008 20:00
Yes, those GPUs you mention are pretty quiet when idle when using Auto fan control. :smileywink:- Get a Zotac Nvidia 8800 GT amp edition. Core clock 700 MHz and memory clock 2000 MHz. U.S. $150.00 Sister company to Sapphire. Best performance/price ranged 8800 GT on the market right now. Evga = overpriced IMO.Message Edited by chembane on 08-05-2008 02:52 AM
Eric Brewer
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Posted August 4th, 2008 20:00
Generally, do I need to consider the brand on those cards?
Eric