Generally speaking it doesn't have the sheer performance of the GF2's but the quality of the output is *great*. Three simultaneous outputs (2 monitors & S-Video) is also good, the main reason why I bought it :wink:
In fact, most of the card's specs are like that - not quite as *fast* as a GF2, but more features.
It's cheaper than most GF2 MX's (at least here) and comes with DDR ram, so I'd say it's a good buy if you're looking to spend £70-£80. Comes with faaar too many cables and adaptors, but that's good :) Also, doesn't need a fan, just a mega heatsink; not a major point, but nice (PC is damn near silent now).
For sheer performance a GeForce is the only real option, usually, though.
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I run both FF PC games with 4xFSAA and they work beautifully. No problems whatsoever.
As for FF7 - the drivers I got with it don't support 8-bit paletted textures. I suspect I just need to find some better drivers, rather than it being the Radeon can't do that.
I have a Hercles GeForce II Pro. Not only is it damn fast but it has a very good Tv-Oout on it. It have served me well and it should be cheepish now.
Riva TNT:No Ultra
TNT 2:Ultra
GeForce:No Ultra(Except if you count the later released DDR version)
GeForce 2: Ultra
GeForce 3: ?????
See what I am getting at?
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