Which GPU to choose?

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Hi,

I have recently asked about a ~$1k build and have already decided on most of the components I am getting. But I am still unsure about which GPU to get yet. My budget for GPU is around ~$300. I'm looking at playing LoL, L4D, skyrim and witcher 3 at decent fps on 1920 X 1080.

Here are some of my considerations for GPU:
1. ASUS GTX 960 2GB TURBO @ $339
2. PALIT GTX 960 2GB JETSTREAM @ $335
3. ZOTAC GTX 960 2GB TWIN FAN @ $329
4. GIGABYTE R9 380 WINDFORCE 2GB @ $335
5. SAPPHIRE R9 285 2GB @ $329

My PSU is 500W, MB+CPU would be Intel Core i5-4460 + ASRock H81M-HDS, and CM N200 case. I would appreciate any input on this matter. Thanks!
 
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titaniumdioxide said:
Hi,

I have recently asked about a ~$1k build and have already decided on most of the components I am getting. But I am still unsure about which GPU to get yet. My budget for GPU is around ~$300. I'm looking at playing LoL, L4D, skyrim and witcher 3 at decent fps on 1920 X 1080.

Here are some of my considerations for GPU:
1. ASUS GTX 960 2GB TURBO @ $339
2. PALIT GTX 960 2GB JETSTREAM @ $335
3. ZOTAC GTX 960 2GB TWIN FAN @ $329
4. GIGABYTE R9 380 WINDFORCE 2GB @ $335
5. SAPPHIRE R9 285 2GB @ $329

My PSU is 500W, MB+CPU would be Intel Core i5-4460 + ASRock H81M-HDS, and CM N200 case. I would appreciate any input on this matter. Thanks!
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All these are mid-range GPUs which would be adequate for HD Games. You won't go wrong in choosing any of this. The differences would be minimal and you won't see a noticeable difference. I guess, its more down to which brand do you prefer.
 
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babyjyo said:
All these are mid-range GPUs which would be adequate for HD Games. You won't go wrong in choosing any of this. The differences would be minimal and you won't see a noticeable difference. I guess, its more down to which brand do you prefer.
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IMHO, should go for ZOTAC for the 5 years warranty
 
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yankees27sg said:
i would go for GTX970 for extra $100+...Lazada having offer...just my 2 cents
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Yeah, I'm also considering a GTX 970 if there is one that goes below $450, but so far I haven't seen any deals on Lazada. Amazon's GPUs are relatively cheaper, so I'm taking them into consideration as well, but warranty is another issue.
 
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if ts dont mind, can source for a 2nd hand one, shld be able to get a 970 around your budget
 
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Butthead said:
Hold on to your wallet first. Lazada having offer again next week ;)
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I gave up on them to offer any big discounts like before.....

Only if they were to offer GTX 970 @ $400 after discount then i will consider...
 
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