I try to be objective. I've had both, no problems with AMD/Radeon cards I had. The Nvidia cards have given me plenty of driver grief, an older model needed a fan swap, which is minor. Can't complain about either, tbh. What I do wonder is what role does the brand have? i.e. my current card is an MSI. How do they compare to say EVGA?
I try to be objective. I've had both, no problems with AMD/Radeon cards I had. The Nvidia cards have given me plenty of driver grief, an older model needed a fan swap, which is minor. Can't complain about either, tbh. What I do wonder is what role does the brand have? i.e. my current card is an MSI. How do they compare to say EVGA?
My most recent purchase is an Nvidia, made by MSI. I spent several days researching it and opted for MSI as it is the one that lets you completely switch off the factory overclocking. EVGA is the opposite, the one with the most overclocked cards, often pumping out significantly more power than the other makers.
My 2 previous cards were very unstable, possibly because they were overclocked. To me, it is a double edged sword. The manufacturer squeezes out 10% more power, but in the process sacrifices stability. MSI seemed to be the most conservative in that respect.
I've had problems with AMD in the past. Not that the card didn't work or anything. Just seemed to have issues with various games I was playing. Always had to fiddle with settings.
Brand matters to me not at all. I get the best one i can afford, and that is best at the time. I just buy one with a new systems every 5+ years, so I get the best rated at the time, and have never had any issue doing it that way.
Currently have an nVidia, but I use whichever has the best bang for the buck when I'm building - I have had as many issues with either brand that it doesn't really matter what color it is.
I use AMD, I need more stream processors for the other stuff I do on my PC. Right now both NVidia and AMD are very solid.
Also I find it surprising someone would think MSI is conservative with overclocking. They are the most recent company to unlock the core voltage allowing you to turn your PC into a funeral pyre. I use MSI for this reason when I need to retire my system in dignity.
Bought a GTX970 only recently. reason to again get a nVidia is the powerusage and heath generation. Both are lower (a lot!) with nVidia compared to an equal AMD card.
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My 2 previous cards were very unstable, possibly because they were overclocked. To me, it is a double edged sword. The manufacturer squeezes out 10% more power, but in the process sacrifices stability. MSI seemed to be the most conservative in that respect.
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Also I find it surprising someone would think MSI is conservative with overclocking. They are the most recent company to unlock the core voltage allowing you to turn your PC into a funeral pyre. I use MSI for this reason when I need to retire my system in dignity.
Seems I always end up with a AMD processor, maybe I should try one of the AMD cards next.