Quote Originally Posted by Apoc@ View Post
Ok i have no idea what to buy a HD4850 CF setup or the HD4870. It will be used for gaming at 1680x1050, and it only has to last for 1 year max
Every new AMD/ATi generation 1 buy new cards. So any tips?

And yes i have seen all the reviews but just can't make up my mind about what is the right thing to pick.
I'd go with the 4870... 2 reasons

1.) In cf, adding a 4850 would slow your 4870 down to act almost like a 4850.. load balancing.

2.) In time, if the 4870 gets a bit slow for your requirements, a second will be cheaper then what you bought the first one for. Additionally, adding a 4870x2 may be a very viable option for a tri crossfirex setup. In a years time, they could also be quite cheap.