[Costaa]

I'm not computer illiterate by any means but this has always confused me.
Why do the same type video cards with the exact same details priced different?
Take these two.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814150280
Both great brands.
Both lifetime warranties.
Same clock speeds.
Same memory.

Why is the EVGA more expensive?
Is it more easily clockable?
Does it have a better heatsink and fan?
EVGA's step up program?
Is its GPU better than that of the XFX 8800 and is not in details or something?

Someone please elaborate.
Thanks.

[tnaz71]

I am no computer guy per say but I just purchased a new video card a few weeks ago, and pretty much from what I was told is your paying for the brand. Evga is pretty much the top maker in many eyes, good product, service etc. Also Evga has a trade up program that "Most" makers do not. Basically up to 90 days after purchase you can trade up to a better card by sending your card in and paying the difference.

Also If you go with either I would recommend buying a after market heatsink. They run hot by nature but if you want it to live for awhile it's the way to go. 70-80c stock vs 35-50c aftermarket hs.

[Gaaranta]

Well, maybe EVGA figures their card is worth more. Or maybe XFX just priced their card to undercut the competition. The only difference I really see is that the EVGA does not take up as much space as the XFX, which has the cooler sticking out quite a bit.

XFX profile
EVGA profile

[BlizzaP]

EVGA is a better brand name. Just like Americas Choice in supermarkets.

[Snuggans]

from a quick glance, the XFX card has a custom heatsink+fan (ZALMANs are pretty good actually)

[Costaa]

XFX has an after market cooler and has a lifetime warranty.
Ive had nothing but good products from them...
But why it cost less is beyond me.

[Thedenogginizer]

XFX cards have a tendency to blow up, but since both offer a lifetime warranty, I see no problem going with the cheaper