Category Archives: Video Card Reviews

GeForce GTX 580

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Do you have a child who loves playing games on their PC? A child who loves gaming so much that they want nothing but the best parts for their PC? Well you’ve come to the right place! Check out the Geforce GTX 580 Video Card. 
Specifications for GTX 580:

  • GPU: GeForce GTX 580 ( Fermi )
  • Outputs: 1 x mini HDMI and 2 x DVI ports
  • Memory Type: GDDR5
  • Memory Amount: 1536 MB
  • Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x 16
  • Cooling: Fan
  • SLI: Supported
  • DirectX: DirectX 11
  • OpenGL: OpenGL 4.1
  • Max. Resolution: 2560 x 1600

If you buy from NewEgg.com,  you can buy this video card for $224.99 . IF you were to experience any problems or complications with this video card it has a lifetime warranty through New Egg
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AMD FirePro W5100 100-505737 (video card)

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Looking for a great graphics card for your child’s gamer PC but cant find that perfect graphics card? Look no further! This graphics card is the thing for you! It has everything you could want for your child in a graphics card for your child’s gamer PC. This graphics card has a memory size of 4GB (GDDR5) and many other specifications that follow:

  • GPU: FirePro W5100 (GPU meaning Graphics Professing Unit)
  • Display OutPuts: Four Standard DisplayPort display outputs.
  • Maximum DisplayPort 1.2a resolution 4096×2160
  • Mother Board Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x16 (Type of Slot this video card will fit into on the motherboard)
  • Cooled by a Fan
  • 96 GB/s Bandwidth
  • Type of Directx: DirectX 11.2
  • 4K display resolution (up to 4096×2160)
  • Minimun 500W Power Supply
  • Supports CrossFire (Cross fire is an AMD supported method of taking more then one graphics card and making them work together, almost like putting 2 together as 1.)

Any other specifications needed can be found here along with the price of  $349.99. A great choice for your childs PC and will serve more then its soul purpose of providing better gaming and video streaming!

Works Cited

     “AMD FirePro W5100 100-505737 4GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 X16 Workstation Video Card.” – Newegg.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Apr. 2015.
“Definiton+of+Directx – Google Search.” Definiton+of+Directx – Google Search. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Apr. 2015.
“Google.” Google. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Apr. 2015.
“GPU Definition from PC Magazine Encyclopedia.” GPU Definition from PC Magazine Encyclopedia. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Apr. 2015.]]>

EVGA 04G-P4-2983-KR GeForce GTX 980

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If you’re looking for a graphics card that will work and is one of the best on the market, then this is the graphics card you’re looking for. The new EVGA GeForce GTX 980 is powered by the next-generation NVIDIA Maxwell architecture, giving you incredible performance, unmatched power efficiency, and cutting-edge features.
This graphics card has 4gb. The card is not one of the biggest ones on the market but it certainly makes up for that with the speed it possesses. And to turn on this beast you need a minimum of 500w just to turn on. And Overclocking always helps if you are looking for even more power.
Now keep in mind that this card is not for just any gamer, you need to know what you are doing if you are thinking about buying this card. Although the price is up there, it is definitely worth. Because if you want the best you can get this is the card for you.
Specs:

  • GPU: GeForce GTX 980
  • Outputs: 1x HDMI, 3x Display Ports, 1x DVI
  • Memory and Type: 4GB, GDD5
  • Motherboard Interface: GDD5
  • Cooling: Fan
  • Max Resolution: 4096 x 2160
  • Power Connection: 2 x 6-pin
  • DirectX: DirectX 12
  • Core Clock: 1266 MHz
  • Boost Clock: 1367 MHz

I would personally recommend this card to any of my friends or family. This motherboard does come with decently large price tag though. The card is priced at $554.99]]>

GeForce GTX TITAN X

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This Gigabyte graphics card is one of the best on the market. You cannot find better expansion cards for gamers and enthusiasts from any other manufacturer. Gigabyte is known for their powerful graphics cards, and should be a first choice when considering quality. Based out of California, Nvidia  is a highly respected manufacturer and their Geforce series is know around the world.
This graphics card is a 12gb masterpiece. This card is truly larger in everything when compared to others.  Just take a look at the huge amount of wattage it takes to run this piece, with 600w needed to run you could only imagine the power. Overclocking is always an option with Nvidia.
Here is a very powerful, top of the line, Gigabyte graphics card. This is not for amateurs or beginners, this is for the seasoned gamer. You must be serious about gaming if you intend on purchasing this card. This is a very expensive card, but you get what you pay for. I always make sure to get the best parts when building a PC, you should never settle for mediocre.
Specifications: 

  • GeForce GTX TITAN X
  • 7010 MHz
  • 12GB
  • 384 bit
  • PCI-E 3.0
  • GDDR5
  • 600W
  • Multi-view: 4
  • Multi-link supported

This graphics card is perfect for the avid gamer/enthusiast. I’d personally recommend this card to any of my friends. This motherboard does come with large  price. But you should never just settle for something cheap when it comes to your PC. This graphics card is $999.00 at Geforce.]]>

ATI Radeon VisionTek Radeon R7 260X

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Want a cheap, yet high rated and efficient graphics card for your kids beginning gamer PC? Well I have the right graphics card for you! The ATI Radeon VisionTek R7 260X. ATI, which is a brand owned by AMD who sells and makes graphics cards, motherboards, and many essential computer products to eventually build and work a compatible PC. To learn more about AMD, and their  products that they have to offer, go here.

For a suitable motherboard, out of all the rest out on Newegg and Tiger Direct, the ECS A85F2-A GOLDEN(1.0) FM2 AMD A85X is one of the many motherboards that this video/graphics card is compatible with. This graphics card is suitable for gaming, more efficient and suitable in that category.

This certain graphics card has been highly reviewed as to being a great choice to buy, by it’s great architecture and high performance booming the competition out of the door. And this package has a limited lifetime warranty which is great in case this graphics card messes up in anyway. For more specific specifications, go here.

Specifications:

  • Radeon R7 260X
  • 2GB (Maximum Memory)
  • DDR5
  • PCI Express 3.0
  • DirectX 11.2
  • 1 Display Port
  • Crossfire Supported

This graphics card is perfect for a kids gaming motherboard, a kid who of course is starting out in the PC world in gaming. It comes with a great warranty and it’s clocking speed is miraculous. At a perfect price of $158.95, your child can acquire an efficient and suitable graphics card for their gaming motherboard.

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SAPPHIRE DUAL-X R9 270X 2GB GDDR5 OC WITH BOOST

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Looking for a great graphics card for your child’s gamer PC but cant find that perfect one? Well this SAPPHIRE DUAL-X R9 may just be the one you’ve been looking for. This card has everything your child could want for a gaming PC, as well as being the best bang for your buck! Check out some of the specifications:

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  • Radeon R9 270X
  • Output:
  • -1 x HDMI (with 3D)
    -1 x DisplayPort 1.2
    -1 x Dual-Link DVI-D
    -1 x Dual-Link DVI-I
  • Memory: 2048 MB
  • Interface: PCI Express x16 3.0
  • SAPPHIRE Dual-X Cooling Technology
  • Power: 500W (or greater) power supply with two 75W 6-pin PCI Express power connector recommended
  • CrossfireX Capability
  • OpenGL Version:  4.2
  • DirectX Version: 11.2
  • Pixelshading: 1280 Stream Processors

AMD Stream Technology:
Work the most demanding applications with AMD Stream technology and do more with your child’s gaming PC. This technology allows gamers to stream games and videos faster and more visually clear.

Overview:

This outstanding graphics card is everything your child needs for the perfect gaming PC. This video card is a one of a kind and can be found for $299.77on Newegg.
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AMD Radeon R9 290x Double Dissipation edition 

Standard Specifications

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XFX Double Dissipation R9-290X-EDFD Radeon R9 290X 4GB 512-Bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video ...
-Contains a 1000 (MHz) core clock speed
-Contains 2816 stream processors
-5000 (MHz) memory clock speed
-Has 4GB 512-bit (size of bus) GDDR5 memory
– Has 1 display port, 1 HDMI port, and 2 DVI-D ports
– Dual fan cooling
– Needs 750 Watt power supply with a 6 pin/8 pin connector
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DirectX 11.2
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The AMD Radeon R9 290x graphics card is exceptional and a great addition to any gamer motherboard with a PCI express 3.0. GCN architecture and AMD TrueAudio will help to leave you immersed in the action.

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XFX’s Ghost thermal 2.0 design assures that your video card will be cooled up to 7 degrees Celsius more than their competitors not to mention it is 13 decibels quieter as well.
 

 4 GB Memory/4 K Graphics 

R9-290X-EDFD Memory in your video card is integral and allows you to store more data load programs faster and see better resolutions and better graphics. 4 K resolution will allow graphics up to four times higher than HD. Giving you superior quality and great visuals.

 Key Features

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AMD power tune 2.0- this allows your video card to adjust to the best clock speed for the situation at hand.
True Visual Stereoscopic HD3D- allows your computer to display in 3D on many different applications and programs.
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Multi Sample Anti-Aliasing technology- Helps to improve and smooth out the jagged edges on screen improving overall visuals and performance.
 
Six times the tessellation technology- This will ensure that you find the most realistic
surfaces possible without the cost of frame rate.
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XFX Radeon R9 295×2

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Ever wondered what it would be like to have the ultimate gaming GPU but they all cost over a grand? Well then the Radeon R9 295×2 is the perfect choice for you. This video card is an absolute monster, the specs can be seen here:

  • GPU: XFX Radeon R9 295X
  • Memory Size: 8 GB (GDDR5)
  • PCIe 3.0 Interface
  • 1018 MHz Core Clock
  • 5000 MHz Effective Memory Clock
  • 4 x Mini DisplayPort
  • 1 x DVI-D
  • Custom Water Cooling Attached
  • Max Analog Resolution: 2048 x 1536
  • Max Digital Resolution: 4096 x 2160
  • CrossFireX Ready
  • 500 + Power Supply Required!
  • DirectX 11.2

If you want to know anything else about this video card you can find it here for $689.99 (31% off!) This video card is perfect for a long-term investment as it will run most games on ultra settings for years to come. If you’d like to know more about AMD and their company you can visit them here.

Works Cited

“XFX Core Edition R9-295X-8QFA Radeon R9 295×2.” – Newegg.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 Apr. 2015.
“Company Information.” AMD.com. AMD, n.d. Web.
“What Is DirectX? – Definition from WhatIs.com.” SearchWindowsServer. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 Apr. 2015.
“AMD CrossFireX.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 28 Apr. 2015.

 

 

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