Go multicard with 8800gts 512

[Darkangel]

I just got my new computer a few months ago and have an 8800gts 512, my Dad told me that if I can find the same card at a fairly cheap price that he'd buy it for me and have two 8800gts 512's in SLI.

Question is, is it worth it? Should I try to get a second card or just wait/save up for a nw card altogether?

 

[Pesmerga]

Dunno why you'd ever feel the need for an SLI setup with a card that can already play Crysis with formidable frame rates.

 

[Sedako]

The 8800 GTS is a fine card that should last you a while. Unless you plan on playing at resolutions of 1920x1200 or above, there is really no need for SLI with your card. I would advise you to save up.

 

[Darkangel]

I do game on a 1920 x 1200 monitor, that's why I was considering a second card. I'm starting to think that I'll just save for some new future card or something, besides, I can always just drop the res in some games.

 

[Sedako]

You could also try reselling your current card and put it towards the new card. The 4870 is incredible for the price. It can be had for $255:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121258

I sold my 8800 GTS (old model) and upgraded to a 4850 for pretty much free.

 

[Barney Fife]

You could also try reselling your current card and put it towards the new card. The 4870 is incredible for the price. It can be had for $255:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121258

sold my 8800 GTS (old model) and upgraded to a 4850 for pretty much free.

I'd like to also add something worth mentioning:

You must also consider MB (SLI/Crossfire) if you're thinking about linking in the future.
If you're using Nvidia SLI based MB, you better stick with Nvidia based V-Card. If you change to ATI based V-Cards, you must also change MB, if you're thinking of linking (dual V-Card).
You can use single either card on either MB. Linking, you must use Nvidia for Nvidia SLI based MB and ATI for ATI Crossfire based MB.

Good Luck.