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Top 5 Value Graphics Boards

These are the top value graphics boards today, but ratings and rankings can change quickly due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.

Edited by Narasu Rebbapragada

Thursday, April 12, 2007, 01:00 PM PDT
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EVGA e-GeForce 7600 GT KO
EVGA e-GeForce 7600 GT KO
Chip Set: nVidia GeForce 7600 GT
Bus: PCI Express
TV Tuner: No
Installed RAM (MB): 256
Performance Word Score: Superior
Price When Reviewed: $140
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Bottom Line: This single-slot card features our World Class graphics processor unit, good performance, and a great price.
(Last Rated: September 12, 2007)
Test Report
79.4Good
2
MSI GeForce NX6600
MSI GeForce NX6600
Chip Set: nVidia GeForce 6600
Bus: PCI Express
TV Tuner: No
Installed RAM (MB): 256
Performance Word Score: Poor
Price When Reviewed: $60
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Bottom Line: A modest performer, this card includes an outstanding video cable and solid software utilities.
(Last Rated: September 12, 2007)
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66.0Fair
3
Asus EAX1600Pro
Asus EAX1600Pro
Chip Set: ATI Radeon X1600 PRO
Bus: PCI Express
TV Tuner: No
Installed RAM (MB): 256
Performance Word Score: Poor
Price When Reviewed: $90
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Bottom Line: Solid performance from a card with a good cooling system and a decent bundle of games.
(Last Rated: September 12, 2007)
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65.5Fair
4
EVGA eGeForce 6600
EVGA eGeForce 6600
Chip Set: nVidia GeForce 6600
Bus: PCI Express
TV Tuner: No
Installed RAM (MB): 256
Performance Word Score: Fair
Price When Reviewed: $110
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Bottom Line: An affordable price doesn't make up for so-so performance (especially at high resolutions) and the lack of software.
(Last Rated: July 07, 2006)
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66.6Fair
5
Sapphire Radeon X1600 XT Ultimate
Sapphire Radeon X1600 XT Ultimate
Chip Set: ATI Radeon X1600 XT
Bus: PCI Express
TV Tuner: No
Installed RAM (MB): 256
Performance Word Score: Fair
Price When Reviewed: $130
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Bottom Line: Good performance, quiet operation, and decent accessories make this card well worth considering for mainstream gaming.
(Last Rated: September 12, 2007)
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61.9Fair
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