I currently have a gts 450 and I am looking to upgrade. My mobo only has pci-e x16 2.0 but I was looking at a 7870. Any other suggestions?
Yes go for a 7870/R9 270X its a good card for $250
This at 189
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this at 219
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or a gtx 760 at 250
wait until the r9 20 comes out, its supposed to be $250