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BFG NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS OC Graphics Card: Review

Posted to Video Cards 2009-05-24


BFG NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS OC Graphics Card: Review
Review: BFG GeForce 8800 GTS OC Graphics Card (model# BFGR88640GTSOCWCE)

If you are a hard-core gamer who wants to max out the graphics settings your latest games, then the BFG GeForce 8800 GTS OC Graphics Card (model# BFGR88640GTSOCWCE) is definitely for you. The easily over-clocked GPU makes this model quite pricey, but it is well worth the price if you want the best in performance and graphic quality. And because it is NVIDIA SLI-ready, you can combine this card with another SLI-ready model for graphics superiority. System requirements are fairly basic: it is compatible with Windows XP and higher but is especially streamlined for Windows Vista.

What makes this graphics card so attractive is its ability to be over-clocked at will. It features an integrated single-slot water-cooling block so you can add the compatible water-cooling system of your choice. The GPU's core memory clock times out at 580MHz, which is wonderful for those graphics-intensive games. There is also 640MB GDDR3 video memory onboard for the best buffer performance. While this particular model is incredibly expensive when compared to competing VGA graphics cards, the gaming performance it provides makes it well worth the price.


Rating:  4.8 out of 5

Value

When compared to competing models, this one is quite expensive. In fact, the only negative aspect of this graphics card is its incredibly high price. As many gamers know, superb performance comes at a price- usually a very expensive one. This is especially common among the newer video cards, as technologies become ever more complex. But if you are looking for a great graphics card that won't be obsolete three years down the road, then this graphics card is a reasonable investment. Your games will certainly thank you.

Performance

BFG's GeForce 8800 GTS OC Graphics Card offers users a stunning gaming performance that should be taken seriously. Thanks to the 580MHz core clock and 640MB GDDR3 internal memory, this card whizzes through the latest DirectX 10 games without the slightest glitch. Color accuracy, anti-aliasing quality, and frame rates are especially superior. When over-clocked and combined with another SLI-compatible graphics card, this monster transforms into the ultimate gaming powerhouse. Among all points, this model performs very well with the expensive price tag.

Summary

The latest generation of DirectX 10 games requires a lot of punch to operate, and the BFG GeForce 8800 GTS OC Graphics Card delivers that blow. Though it is pricey and lacks several features that other models offer, this graphics card is a solid performer when it comes to the gaming world. And because it allows for over-clocking and provides water-cooled compatibility, you can be sure that this model will not be obsolete for several years. Overall, the steep price makes this graphics card a model that only serious gamers should consider.

Pros

  • World's first DirectX 10 GPU (580MHz core) for awesome performance
  • Features a single-slot water-cooling block and comes with the required fittings
  • 640MB GDDR3 memory for superb graphics buffering
  • Supports DirectX10, Shader Model 4.0, OpenGL 2.0, and HDCP
  • PCI Express model that features two dual-link DVI and one HDTV port

Cons

  • There are no cons for this product

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