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    When are new graphic cards coming out?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by RedNara, Jan 31, 2009.

  1. RedNara

    RedNara Notebook Consultant

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    Hey I'm looking for a laptop; however, i was wondering if any new graphic cards are coming out anytime soon.
     
    RedNara, Jan 31, 2009
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  2. rot112

    rot112 El Rompe ToTo

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    Uhmm...if you are into the Ultra High End graphics then the new clevo thread above this one might interest you. They are releasing the GTX 280 for laptops along with Core i7 cpus. This time around the new GTX 280 might actually be the one in desktops. Who knows?
     
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    this will be really HOT...both performance and heat-wise :p
     
    gary_hendricks, Jan 31, 2009
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  4. rot112

    rot112 El Rompe ToTo

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    Actually clevo has the best thermal technology in the whole industry. in the Sager NP9262, under full load for 5hrs, the 9800m gtx sli setup only reaches 78C.

    So they won't dissapoint this time around for sure.
     
    rot112, Jan 31, 2009
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  5. Tyo

    Tyo Notebook Deity

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    Also new Ati 4870 comin out soon in Asus w90.
     
    Tyo, Jan 31, 2009
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  6. RedNara

    RedNara Notebook Consultant

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    but thats only clevo doing it right? i was looking for a laptop around 1400ish not 3k.

    so i was thinking if a new graphic card model comes out, graphic card like the 9800m gtx and stuff will have a chance to drop to the 1400 range.
     
    RedNara, Feb 1, 2009
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  7. Tyo

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    if u'r loking into cheaper "gaming laptop" look into gatewy fx series, if u want more quality stuff but more expensive look towards clevo/sager
     
    Tyo, Feb 1, 2009
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  8. notyou

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    How about the MSI GT725, "low-end" model is $1350. It's a 17", same idea as the Gateways but is better all around. In fact, I'm looking to pick one up when these are released.
     
    notyou, Feb 1, 2009
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  9. Redlance

    Redlance Notebook Consultant

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    Add me in with Notyou :) I am snagging the $1349 GT725 when I hear the first review! (especially if it stays cool)
     
    Redlance, Feb 1, 2009
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  10. Jayayess1190

    Jayayess1190 Waiting on Intel Cannonlake

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    After the current ATI 4 Series comes out, ATI and Nvidia have new cards scheduled for Q2-3 of this year.

    Nvidia 1
    Nvidia 2

    ATI 1
    ATI 2
     
    Jayayess1190, Feb 1, 2009
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  11. Red_Dragon

    Red_Dragon Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    hmmmm looks like ATI isnt playing any games thats great!
     
    Red_Dragon, Feb 1, 2009
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  12. sgogeta4

    sgogeta4 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Aren't these all related to desktops? OP is looking for a notebook.
     
    sgogeta4, Feb 1, 2009
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  13. Jayayess1190

    Jayayess1190 Waiting on Intel Cannonlake

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    I don't know. :confused:
     
    Jayayess1190, Feb 1, 2009
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  14. terminus123

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    I think ATI wins it out with the HD 4870 X2 coming out with the Asus W90.
    also

    ATI Mobility HD 4850 and 4870 and Nvidia GTX260-280.
     
    terminus123, Feb 2, 2009
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  15. suppaman

    suppaman Notebook Geek

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    I doubt it. Once ATI's out, Nvidia will show its hand (they have the ability to wait due to the current superiority, at least in the laptop segment). ATI has started forcing Nvidia to become competitive a bit after last years release of the desktop 4870, but it's not like ATI's just came and completely took over the GPU segment, gaming or non-gaming.

    The best thing out of it is just ATI likely forcing Nvidia overall to be better, at least for consumers. Competition's always good for us.
     
    suppaman, Feb 2, 2009
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