Dell Inspiron 8600 Graphics Card Upgrade

[eric_]

So I'm about to upgrade my Dell laptop so I can play Civ IV on it.

I currently have the 32 MB version of the GeForce FX Go 5200.

I can't decide between the following options:

GeForce FX Go 5650 (128 MB)
ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Pro Turbo M10 (128 MB)

Any suggestions?

Also, I can get the 64 MB version of the GeForce FX Go 5200 for $100 less than either of the above. Is it worth spending the extra $100 for the 5650 or the ATI?

 

[football751]

How exactly are you upgrading the graphics card in your lapton? Anyway, I would say yes, spend the extra $100 for the 128MB card. As to whcih one, I'm not sure. Offhand, I would say go with the 5650, but you may want to go online and see if you can find the specs for each. But definantly spend the $100 for the 128MB.

 

[eric_]

Upgrading a video card in a Dell 8600

I'll need a drink to keep my hands steady .