Graphics card $450 maybe a little more

[WWSummers23]

Having trouble selecting my graphics card for my first build. I'm not planning on OCing because i'd have no idea what i'm doing, so i'm looking for the best single card at around $450 maybe a little more.

Current Build:
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Cpu: I5-2500k
Cooler: Coolermaster Hyper 212 Plus
Mobo: ASUS P8z77- V
RAM: Kingston 8GB
HDD: Toshiba 1tb
SDD: Samsung 120gb
Case: Thermaltake Commander MS/I Snow
PSU: Corsair Cx600M

 

[MotherFerJones]

Go for a 7970,
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125413
or
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814202008

Both are under your budget and come with 2 free games. You'll be happy with either one.

 

[WWSummers23]

Would the sapphire be better than a 680 or 670 ftw?

 

[ASHISH65]

yes hd 7970ghz is faster than gtx 670,680