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VisionTek ATI RADEON HD2900 XT Graphics Card: Review

Posted to Video Cards 2009-04-25


VisionTek ATI RADEON HD2900 XT Graphics Card: Review
Review: VisionTek ATI RADEON HD2900 XT Graphics Card

If newer games seem to be operating sluggishly on your computer, perhaps it's time for you to upgrade your graphics to the VisionTek ATI RADEON HD2900 XT Graphics Card This high-value component could transform your gaming experience from dull to dazzling in no time. Featuring the latest AMD microarchitecture and DirectX 10 technology, this 512MB graphics card was designed to perform and impress without the hindrance of a high price. When it comes to gaming, only one question stands: will it get the job done? VisionTek's ATI RADEON HD2900XT can definitely get the job done.

This video card is not for the faint of heart. Users looking for low-end models should stick to cheaper imitations. VisionTek's ATI RADEON HD2900XT graphics card is a middle-range component that boasts a second-generation shader engine, 512MB DDR3 internal memory, Cross-Fire capability, and HDCP support for viewing protected content. It is also loaded with multiple integrated encoders and decoders that enable the highest resolutions for all your HD video needs. This graphics card is considerably well-valued, and it fits nicely in the middle of the graphics card market.


Rating:  4.2 out of 5

Features

Most middle-range graphics cards come with an array of ports, and so does this one. Besides standard VGA, it includes two dual-DVI ports that are useful if you want to use two monitors. The S-Video port allows you to connect the card to a TV. It also features a HDMI-out port that allows for a seamless connection between the graphics card and a HD screen. This feature, in part, was integrated as the result of ATI Avivo HD technology, which not only allows for high-definition video, but also 5.1-channel audio compatibility (which is quite rare). In addition to the array of multimedia functionality, both the SDTV and HDTV resolutions are fully supported. Another great feature is the Cross-Fire capability, which allows you to attach the ATI RADEON HD2900XT to an additional Cross-Fire graphics card for combined power and performance. This is especially nice for hard-core gamers who require the ultimate powerhouse.

Performance

As far as performance goes, this graphics card is a blast. Thanks to PCI Express (x16) hardware utilization, it can breeze through the newest DirectX 10 games without a twitch or hiccup. It also provides sharpened color quality that rivals many NVIDIA cards. To ensure a smooth experience, this graphics card uses the newest AMD GPU, which is amazingly exceptional for intensive games and high-definition video. Although this card may not perform as well as other, more expensive models, it does a superior job when compared to its middle-range price.

Summary

Overall, if you are looking for a descent graphics card that won't put a huge dent in your wallet, then VisionTek's ATI RADEON HD2900XT graphics card might be a good buy. The card's middle-of-the-market price lures gamers who might not otherwise be able to afford such a powerful component. Although the design of this card is somewhat bulky, you will soon discover that what matters most is what goes on inside the device. With loads of features and plenty of performance, this graphics card plunges into the latest games and emerges with stunning quality for its price.

Pros

  • Compatible with Windows Vista and Cross-Fire ready
  • Breezes through the latest DirectX 10 games
  • Featured ports: Two dual-DVI, HDMI, and TV outputs
  • Onboard 512MB DDR3 memory for exceptional performance
  • Supports HDCP content, such as Blu-Ray movies (disc drive required)

Cons

  • There are no cons for this product

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