AMD: Volcanic Islands R1100/1200 (8***/9*** series) Speculation/ Rumour Thread

It would make AMD's decision to launch the 290X before having this driver somewhat curious, however; unless the drivers team somehow took everyone by surprise.
 
Alexko said:
It would make AMD's decision to launch the 290X before having this driver somewhat curious, however; unless the drivers team somehow took everyone by surprise.
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could have been a brilliant tactical move(doubt it). Knowing that NV would respond, create chips just above NV's. wait for NV response which is just above there cards and then release the new drivers.
 
This undercuts the GTX 780 by at least €110 (after a quick look at my favorite price comparison engine). I guess NVIDIA is going to have to cut its price again.
 
I would guess right now it is not the best time to buy a new card. I would wait first how the market would react to Mantle in December/ January and then most probably starts to settle at some sane price levels. Keep it patient
 
Gibbo from OCUK:

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showpost.php?p=25237022&postcount=241
The blurred out card is the new card coming Tuesday 5am from AMD.
A card which I've now managed scores even beating the R290X OC with, due to newer drivers.
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http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showpost.php?p=25237140&postcount=244
Of course if I re-tested the X it would be faster again, but I am short on time. Shall post up what an R290 Pro can do maxed out 5am Tuesday.
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5AM GMT = Midnight EST
 
Kaotik said:
Actually the price depends on taxes, in case of France, they have 19,6% VAT which is lower than most of Europe.
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Wawawacomagain? 20% is low?

In the US I can purchase an R9280X (290X is still not a purchasable product) for 300USD free shipping. How much does the 280X cost in Euros in France after tax?
 
http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1789470

AMD Radeon R9 290 Video Card Review - It is time now to look at AMD's Radeon R9 290. This lower-cost R9 290 series video card packs a punch, not only in performance, but also in price. Watch it compete with the GeForce GTX 780, and win while being priced lower. This is the value you have been waiting for with gaming performance.

This review will be live at 11PM CST 11/4/13.
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All we need now is the return of Never Settle and my early xmas will be complete :)
 
Damn, it's practically a 290x for $150 less. AMD has gone wacko. They really hate making money :LOL:

Now instead of the 780 Ti being compared to a $550 card it'll have to justify its $300 premium over the 290. Hopefully nvidia reconsiders.
 
wow the 770 got slaped around .

Nvidia just cut the prices on these also... I take it another round is coming ?
 
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