Worth selling my 770 2GB for an R9 290?

[zaysk]

Hey guys. I'm really considering selling my 2GB 770 and buying a 4GB 770, my Fallout and Skyrim could really use the extra VRAM due to the huge mod load order I got going on for both games, and it'll help me keep the GPU longer, rather than upgrading sooner than later due to lack of VRAM. I had a strong feeling I should've went for the 4GB version initially, but I was told it would be unnecessary and stupidly listened. Buy it right or buy it twice.

I understand I'll lose money by doing this, but I really don't mind for the extra VRAM. If I can get around 2-250 for it, I'd be happy. Is it worth listing it on ebay or is there a better place I can sell it? I don't mind living on the integrated graphics for a while, it just gives me an excuse to replay some old classics I haven't played in a while. Hell, I might even save up a bit more cash for a 6GB 780 rather than a 4GB 770 if I can get at least 200 for it.

Edit: Looking at GPU's, if I can get 200 for my current card, I'll probably just upgrade to an R9 290 4GB rather than getting another 770 at the same price point. I lose physx but the increase in performance will be worth it.

 

[caj]

You should see a significant gain. But if you can wait I suggest holding a lil while for nvidia 8 series. The maxwell is supposed to be better enchanced gpu with efficient power consumption. However if the need is extreme get a 290 but I strongly suggest save 4 d 8 series. The 290 or 780 u cant go wrong either

 

[17seconds]

I would be concerned about losing more than just PhysX by going AMD; Adaptive VSync and Nvidia driver support alone would make it hard to switch. But in your case, you would also be missing out on the ability to force HBAO+ Ambient Occlusion on Skyrim. HBAO+ adds more depth to shadows and thus affects the graphics quality throughout the game in nearly every situation. AMD cards are unable to force Ambient Occlusion, let alone advanced HBAO+.
http://www.geforce.com/hardware/technology/hbao-plus

The graphic below details the difference, but its an older graphic and is only showing regular Ambient Occlusion, rather than the recently released HBAO+ (Horizon Based Ambient Occlusion). Skyrim on AMD cards looks like the "AO: Off" screenshot.

http://www.geforce.com/whats-new/guides/the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim-tweak-guide#19

So I think Asus really nailed it with their GTX 780 Strix 6GB card, a top pick for your situation. Other than that, a high-end GTX 770 4GB will serve you very well.

http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/ASUS/GTX_780_STRIX_6_GB/25.html

 

[zaysk]

You should see a significant gain. But if you can wait I suggest holding a lil while for nvidia 8 series. The maxwell is supposed to be better enchanced gpu with efficient power consumption. However if the need is extreme get a 290 but I strongly suggest save 4 d 8 series. The 290 or 780 u cant go wrong either

This was originally my plan, I thought that since I had a 2GB 770 it gives me a decent excuse to splurge on an 880 when they're released.. any further rumors on a release date? I'd prefer not to wait until next year, as I'm a serious nerd and the lack of VRAM is negatively affecting my Fallout and Skyrim experience. I can live with a release date of Q4 of this year, any later and I'll probably just watch some 290's while saving up some cash. Who knows, maybe I'll get lucky and find a 780 6GB or 290 on sale or maybe even a 290X.

Edit: @ 17seconds - Cool, thanks for that information I was wary of going the AMD route, now I think I'll stick with good ol' Nvidia. I do really enjoy AO. I'm not sure if it's against the rules to ask this, but are there any decent places to sell my 770 besides ebay?

 

[17seconds]

You should see a significant gain. But if you can wait I suggest holding a lil while for nvidia 8 series. The maxwell is supposed to be better enchanced gpu with efficient power consumption. However if the need is extreme get a 290 but I strongly suggest save 4 d 8 series. The 290 or 780 u cant go wrong either

This was originally my plan, I thought that since I had a 2GB 770 it gives me a decent excuse to splurge on an 880 when they're released.. any further rumors on a release date? I'd prefer not to wait until next year, as I'm a serious nerd and the lack of VRAM is negatively affecting my Fallout and Skyrim experience. I can live with a release date of Q4 of this year, any later and I'll probably just watch some 290's while saving up some cash. Who knows, maybe I'll get lucky and find a 780 6GB or 290 on sale or maybe even a 290X.

End of the year holiday season for the GTX 880.
http://wccftech.com/gtx-880-arrive-oct-nov/

 

[zaysk]

You should see a significant gain. But if you can wait I suggest holding a lil while for nvidia 8 series. The maxwell is supposed to be better enchanced gpu with efficient power consumption. However if the need is extreme get a 290 but I strongly suggest save 4 d 8 series. The 290 or 780 u cant go wrong either

This was originally my plan, I thought that since I had a 2GB 770 it gives me a decent excuse to splurge on an 880 when they're released.. any further rumors on a release date? I'd prefer not to wait until next year, as I'm a serious nerd and the lack of VRAM is negatively affecting my Fallout and Skyrim experience. I can live with a release date of Q4 of this year, any later and I'll probably just watch some 290's while saving up some cash. Who knows, maybe I'll get lucky and find a 780 6GB or 290 on sale or maybe even a 290X.

End of the year holiday season for the GTX 880.
http://wccftech.com/gtx-880-arrive-oct-nov/

October-November release? How very perfect! My birthday is in October, giving me an even better reason to splurge on an 880 as a belated b-day gift to myself.

Thanks guys, I appreciate the information!

 

[17seconds]

You should see a significant gain. But if you can wait I suggest holding a lil while for nvidia 8 series. The maxwell is supposed to be better enchanced gpu with efficient power consumption. However if the need is extreme get a 290 but I strongly suggest save 4 d 8 series. The 290 or 780 u cant go wrong either

This was originally my plan, I thought that since I had a 2GB 770 it gives me a decent excuse to splurge on an 880 when they're released.. any further rumors on a release date? I'd prefer not to wait until next year, as I'm a serious nerd and the lack of VRAM is negatively affecting my Fallout and Skyrim experience. I can live with a release date of Q4 of this year, any later and I'll probably just watch some 290's while saving up some cash. Who knows, maybe I'll get lucky and find a 780 6GB or 290 on sale or maybe even a 290X.

End of the year holiday season for the GTX 880.
http://wccftech.com/gtx-880-arrive-oct-nov/

October-November release? How very perfect! My birthday is in October, giving me an even better reason to splurge on an 880 as a belated b-day gift to myself.

Thanks guys, I appreciate the information!

Oh man, those are going to be some sweet cards!

 

[caj]

http://videocardz.com/51009/nvidia-preparing-four-maxwell-gm204-skus