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Best TV Tuner/Graphics Card for $

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by jaytmoon

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Hi All,
I need to replace my aging older ATI All in Wonder Pro Rage 32Mb, To keep up with new games etc. I've gotten comfortable with the TV tuner and other accessories of this card. Can anyone suggest the best similar card to replace it with for about $200.? I am considering the ATI Raedon 8500 AIW 64MB DDr. Any input or experience would be appreciated.
Thx
John M

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by paulo540

Many people have different preferences when it comes to hardware. However, I have had ATI cards in my systems for years and have had no problems. The card you suggest is very good budget wise at around 140-150 dollars. The 128MB AIW is around 240 dollars. What you may want to investigate, is purchasing a 9000 Pro (129.00) and then getting an ATI TV card (49.00) separately. I am not positive if it would be as good as a one unit setup, just an idea though.

by jaytmoon

Thanks Paulo540 for the input. That route does seem to be the best way to get a decent graphics card and the TV/Video fetures for the money. I don't know why ATI can't offer a better package than they do! Looks like a Radeon 9000 pro 128DDR for $99.(after rebate at Circuit City) and the TV Tuner Card from SpartanTech.com $49. + Shipping, is a heck of a lot better than the AIW 8500DV.
Thanks again,
John.

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