New Graphics Card

[steviec]

Hello Everyone

I have a Geforce 4 TI 4200 128 Mb I am thinking of getting a 256mb MSI Geforce FX5700, or a 128 mb FX 5900 not sure which to go for

any advice would be helpful.


Steven

P4 2.2 Ghz
MSI 8947 mainboard
1024 mb Ram
Geforce 4 Ti 4200
MS FS9 running on standalone hard drive

[simaddict]

I have the identical card and was thinking the same thing. BUT....I've now tried the new 60.72 drivers now becoming available for these cards....and I would give 'em a try before you buy a new card. You may find out you don't need to spend more money!!!

Worth a try!!

Harry

[steviec]

Thanks Harry

I tried these drivers and the framerates became worse, I have gone back to the starstorm 57.72 drivers,

Regards

Steven

[simaddict]

Ahhh the frame rates were slower, but was the sim not smoother? This seems to also be common find with those who try the drivers. Having lower frame rates but smoother flying is better than higher framerates and stutters! :)

Harry

[steviec]

Ah!! Good point will re-install and spend more time flying with these drivers Thanks again.

Steven

[GregM_G]

Hi,
Meanwhile if the drivers don't cut it, the 5900 is far and away the best choice.

cheers,


Greg G

AthlonXP 3200
EPOX 8RDA+
1GB CAS2 DDR
Radeon 9700 Pro
WinXP

[MadMaster]

I don't think the 60.72 drivers are official releases from nvidia. You should stick back at 56.72.