I've bought more video cards then I would like to count (or could). I remember when it was 3DFX vs Nvidia and so on, markets switch every once in awhile but from what I can see from market share and production power NVIDIA isn't down for the count, nither will they let themselves lose out with their next set of video cards. I see the FX technology like I see SSE, if a game isn't programed for it, it doesn't get used. EAgames and Nvidia are buddy buddy right now which allows them to program the FX codepath, which is nice when I am playing C&C Generals: Zero Hour. DirectX 9? I remember when directx was not even an issue, it was all about Glide, OpenGL and the like. Why isn't anyone asking if DirectX 9 is really the answer to all our problems. I have a hard time beliving that Microsoft could outclass some of the technologies that Nvidia or even ATI produce.
From the 2nd paragraph: First is the topic of resources, typically, developers have an optical frame per second range, which they try to hit on all graphic solutions.
#9 That's the thing, both the P-M and the Radeon are pretty power efficient. Especially in comparison to the "desktop replacement" systems and should offer killer performance to boot.
I think Nvidia will recover but the good thing about this is Nvidia has been humbled and now they know that next time they better put up a real effort or totally lose in the videocard market. I bet the NV40 will be fast and good it has to they have no choice but to kick ATIs arse or lose face. I am glad ATI is doing well, we all win with competition. I will hold on to my 4600 till HL2 and D3 arrive and see what is left after the dust clears
You might not have to wait too long #8. None of the spec parts are state of the art, but putting them all together in one manageable package with even average battery life does pose a challenge.
(Sigh) The next round between ATI and Nvidia will be ATIs win yet again. It seems the NV38 will still be using the exceedingly huge fans that take up one PCI slot. And lets face it folks, when your product is beat, drivers can only do so much. I wont even discuss the mobile market because that is pretty much self explainatory. ATi wins their as well. This market is becoming rather boring now and incredibly predictable. Im setting my sights on NV40 and R400 where Nvidia hopefully makes a comeback. Its become too one-sided at this point.
I wonder what Nvidia has planed for the mobile market. If I were Nvidia right now, I'd lower prices to the point where its the same performance per dollar.
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virtualgames0 - Sunday, September 28, 2003 - link
in reply to #5..since when did FF have good graphics? ;)
Anonymous User - Thursday, September 25, 2003 - link
I've bought more video cards then I would like to count (or could). I remember when it was 3DFX vs Nvidia and so on, markets switch every once in awhile but from what I can see from market share and production power NVIDIA isn't down for the count, nither will they let themselves lose out with their next set of video cards. I see the FX technology like I see SSE, if a game isn't programed for it, it doesn't get used. EAgames and Nvidia are buddy buddy right now which allows them to program the FX codepath, which is nice when I am playing C&C Generals: Zero Hour. DirectX 9? I remember when directx was not even an issue, it was all about Glide, OpenGL and the like. Why isn't anyone asking if DirectX 9 is really the answer to all our problems. I have a hard time beliving that Microsoft could outclass some of the technologies that Nvidia or even ATI produce.Anonymous User - Thursday, September 25, 2003 - link
On the 1st page:It's OPTIMAL, not OPTICAL
From the 2nd paragraph:
First is the topic of resources, typically, developers have an optical frame per second range, which they try to hit on all graphic solutions.
Anonymous User - Wednesday, September 24, 2003 - link
#9 That's the thing, both the P-M and the Radeon are pretty power efficient. Especially in comparison to the "desktop replacement" systems and should offer killer performance to boot.Anonymous User - Tuesday, September 23, 2003 - link
I think Nvidia will recover but the good thing about this is Nvidia has been humbled and now they know that next time they better put up a real effort or totally lose in the videocard market. I bet the NV40 will be fast and good it has to they have no choice but to kick ATIs arse or lose face. I am glad ATI is doing well, we all win with competition. I will hold on to my 4600 till HL2 and D3 arrive and see what is left after the dust clearsAnonymous User - Tuesday, September 23, 2003 - link
You might not have to wait too long #8.None of the spec parts are state of the art, but putting them all together in one manageable package with even average battery life does pose a challenge.
Anonymous User - Tuesday, September 23, 2003 - link
I'm still waiting for someone to come out with *THE* notebook setup:Pentium-M
Mobility Radeon 9600
17" LCD
Anonymous User - Monday, September 22, 2003 - link
(Sigh) The next round between ATI and Nvidia will be ATIs win yet again. It seems the NV38 will still be using the exceedingly huge fans that take up one PCI slot. And lets face it folks, when your product is beat, drivers can only do so much.I wont even discuss the mobile market because that is pretty much self explainatory. ATi wins their as well.
This market is becoming rather boring now and incredibly predictable. Im setting my sights on NV40 and R400 where Nvidia hopefully makes a comeback. Its become too one-sided at this point.
Happily gaming on a Radeon 9500 pro =)
Anonymous User - Monday, September 22, 2003 - link
#5, That's the LCD screen refresh not being able to keep up.Dasterdly - Monday, September 22, 2003 - link
Looky at that bigger picture of that laptop, FFIX looks like crap the tree's are cut off and pasted over a bit. YUKAgaBooga - Monday, September 22, 2003 - link
lolAnonymous User - Monday, September 22, 2003 - link
#1: ERROR: DIVISION BY ZEROdvinnen - Monday, September 22, 2003 - link
Hehe, that would mean cutting prices by almost half.AgaBooga - Monday, September 22, 2003 - link
I wonder what Nvidia has planed for the mobile market. If I were Nvidia right now, I'd lower prices to the point where its the same performance per dollar.