I bought this card to replace my MX440 a couple weeks ago and it's great for my system:
XFX 6600 256MB AGP4x/8x -- $119.00 U.S. at NewEgg
I can run all my older games at MAX settings and resolutions. My newest games run great at medium settings and moderate resolution.
My system is an aging Gateway with these other components:
Pentium 4A 2.4ghz
Mobo: Intel Maryville 2 D850EMV2 i850E (AGP 4x slot)
1 gig RDRAM (I added 512MB about 9 months ago)
400w power supply (purchased along with video card - My old 250 watt wasn't good enough for anything over an FX5700.)
Before adding a video card check your power supply's rating, especially on the 12v rail. A video card is a great way to extend your PC's lifespan. I feel anything around $100.00 is a pretty good buy for this purpose. With your 1700+ processor I wonder how much room is left for your system. My P2.4 is feeling squeezed on the newest games.
I commend you on the decision to buy local. My area only has big box stores and boutique style computer stores designed more around corporate contract sales and premium priced one-off rigs.
XFX 6600 256MB AGP4x/8x -- $119.00 U.S. at NewEgg
I can run all my older games at MAX settings and resolutions. My newest games run great at medium settings and moderate resolution.
My system is an aging Gateway with these other components:
Pentium 4A 2.4ghz
Mobo: Intel Maryville 2 D850EMV2 i850E (AGP 4x slot)
1 gig RDRAM (I added 512MB about 9 months ago)
400w power supply (purchased along with video card - My old 250 watt wasn't good enough for anything over an FX5700.)
Before adding a video card check your power supply's rating, especially on the 12v rail. A video card is a great way to extend your PC's lifespan. I feel anything around $100.00 is a pretty good buy for this purpose. With your 1700+ processor I wonder how much room is left for your system. My P2.4 is feeling squeezed on the newest games.
I commend you on the decision to buy local. My area only has big box stores and boutique style computer stores designed more around corporate contract sales and premium priced one-off rigs.
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