GPU Help- 550ti or 6850

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GPU Help- 550ti or 6850

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Hi guys

Gonna get my new rig in Jan and need help choosing a GPU for under R1800
I can't decide between the MSI N550ti or Asus Radeon HD6850.
Pls help.
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Latest information on Tomshardware would suggest that the HD6850 is the better of the two cards.

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Thanks.
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I've seen a 560ti for R1800. Even the 560 normal would be a better option. But all depends on your brand preferance and place you buy from.
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StarBound wrote:I've seen a 560ti for R1800. Even the 560 normal would be a better option. But all depends on your brand preferance and place you buy from.
Where did you see that price... i've looked and they're all R2300- R2500.
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http://rebeltech.co.za/index.php?main_p ... lter_id=98

There is a R350 delivery on items. But still a 560 is a 560 unless you opt for specifics. Eg I will always look at the cooler on the cards. I prefer MSI over other brands.
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thanks alot guys
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