PCI Express & CrossFire: Scaling Explored : Introduction

PCI Express & CrossFire: Scaling Explored : Introduction


AMD’s CrossFire technology might be an excellent way to turn a mundane gaming machine into an FPS-shredding powerhouse, but with multiple Intel-based platforms supporting the feature across several different PCI Express lane configurations, not everyone is equally convinced. Putting aside the fact that many games only benefit from CrossFire at high resolutions and high-quality settings, many users are concerned about whether or not their motherboard can provide enough bandwidth to realize the full potential of CrossFire.
We hear questions like, “should I upgrade my motherboard first?” and “CrossFire Upgrade or New Build” in our user forums, with a different set of answers each time. It’s time to put some data behind those responses.


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PCI Express & CrossFire: Scaling Explored : Introduction - Tom's Hardware

I was considering xfire, but with the drop down to x8 and ATI's questionable x64 driver support, I thinking saving for a faster card might be a better option.

Newer motherboards can run them at x16 in both lanes.

Interesting read though, Barman.

i always aim for a single card solution, the power of them these days really makes SLI & CFX obsolete, unless your a benching addict, IMO

it also lowers the chance of incompatibility issues, not just with the board but games too.

nice read Nigel.....


SK