05.05.2010, 19:26
In response to the [?]s from above:
nVidia line goes from GeForce MX4 to GeForce FX5000 series. Then it continues on with GeForce 6000, 7000, 8000, and 9000 series. After that, it switches to a reverse nomenclature in the GTX260 and GTX280, and now the GTX480 and GTX470. The GTS200 and GT200 series cards are actually rebadged GeForce 9000 series cards in an effort to make them appear newer and therefore sell more.
Historically, nVidia cards have more brute power than ATi cards. From my experience with both, though, ATi cards have superior image quality. Both brands have had their ups and downs on drivers. Also, if you intend to get a multi GPU setup, it's good to know that SLI currently scales better than Crossfire.
nVidia line goes from GeForce MX4 to GeForce FX5000 series. Then it continues on with GeForce 6000, 7000, 8000, and 9000 series. After that, it switches to a reverse nomenclature in the GTX260 and GTX280, and now the GTX480 and GTX470. The GTS200 and GT200 series cards are actually rebadged GeForce 9000 series cards in an effort to make them appear newer and therefore sell more.
Historically, nVidia cards have more brute power than ATi cards. From my experience with both, though, ATi cards have superior image quality. Both brands have had their ups and downs on drivers. Also, if you intend to get a multi GPU setup, it's good to know that SLI currently scales better than Crossfire.