Can't decide on a GPU.

[silent420]

Since i didn't get any reply's on another forum......guess ill ask here so someone can help me decide.
Can't decide on if i should get a 2gb version of the 6950s or just get a 1gb version..... or maybe go with something from Nvidia, but i haven't had one of their gpus in a long *** time. I know some of the 2gb versions of 6950s can be unlocked to 6970s, but that's not entirely why i was thinking about going with a 2gb version.
I just can't decide on which would be more worthwhile or if the extra price on the 2gb version are worth it. I'm using a 1600x900 monitor for now, and will most likely hook it up to my big screen off and on(1080p). Actually had a 6870 for my build when i built it about 2weeks or so ago, but it was DOA and so i just got a full refund and decided on getting something better since i had the extra money.

[Paladuck]

I think the 1GB will be more than enough, especially at that resolution. I don't think the unlockable 6950s are for sale anymore, so it would be difficult to find one.

Two useful links for you:
http://www.videocardbenchmark.net
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/...6670,2935.html

[bakaro]

the 2gb would give you more benefit over time, but if you know you're gonna change it within the next 15 months, don't go for it

[silent420]

Actually looked through both of those links but still couldn't decide. >
As for upgrading in half a year+. Wasn't actually planning on it. So i guess i could just go with the 2gb version. At least i got some reply's here....

[SnOwBunZz]

I have a pretty high-res dualscreen setup (1920*1080 and 1680*1050) running both from a single GTX285 1GB and I don't have any troubles. (RAM and processing power wise anyways)

The 1GB one will suffice. If you're going to get the 2GB one, I'd recommend to get a HD6970, since it's not that much more either.

[silent420]

Well, the 6970s are about 80$ more expensive from the 6950s i was looking at. Only have about 275$ for a new GPU.

[SnOwBunZz]

Well, the 6970s are about 80$ more expensive from the 6950s i was looking at. Only have about 275$ for a new GPU.

For all I knew your budget could be 300usd. ><

As I said before, the 1GB version will do just fine.
By the time it really reaches the memory cap we'll be 2-3 generations further anyways.

[TreyTrey12]

1 gb is perfect for gaming; I leave rivatuner running to monitor how much memory i use personally. at 1920 x 1080, every game i usually play maxed, i rarely go above 800 mbs. My GPU has 1.2 gigs i believe.

so yes, 1 gig is perfect bro.

[silent420]

Alright thanks guys^^