Looking ahead to upcoming titles that might strain your R9 290 at 2560x1080 resolution.
Looking ahead to upcoming titles that might strain your R9 290 at 2560x1080 resolution.
The title clearly states your goal. You're considering upgrading your 290 GPU to handle more demanding games while aiming for smooth performance and avoiding a frustrating experience.
I'm skeptical about this, and AMD graphics cards seem set to see a solid improvement from dx12. Titles are probably unlikely to become much more challenging for several years ahead, as all major AAA games already need powerful consoles to run smoothly. Unless you upgrade to a higher resolution display or a 144Hz monitor, your 290 should keep working well until the next generation of consoles arrives.
The AMD and NVIDIA rivalry is really making a strong impression here.
The drivers are top-notch. Plus, the day one game improvements came quickly—not after three weeks. For me, their cards sold themselves, and the drivers have been a real help firsthand, so no one else's experience is relevant. I went all-in and stayed focused; they both rely on each other to succeed.