Today, NVIDIA continues the new GeForce GTX 500 series line with the introduction of the GeForce GTX 560 Ti. We will test this new $257 video card against the competition and find out what the real value is at this sweet spot of gaming goodness. You may be surprised at the results, but you might also save some money.

“Ti” or Titanium, is a chemical element with the symbol Ti and atomic number 22. It is very strong and resistant to corrosion, so it is used in building high-speed aircraft and spacecraft, and is even used to market and brand video cards. We haven’t heard “Titanium” referring to a GeForce product since the GeForce 4 series of GPUs back in 2002. In the GeForce 4 series “Ti” indicated the higher end performance models, while “MX” described the lower end models. Right now, there are no “MX” models being announced and likely will not be, but there is the brand new GTX 560 Ti we are talking about today.

Known for its lightweight and strength, titanium is lighter than steel but just as strong. And just like the real world metal, the GeForce GTX 560 Ti delivers incredible performance in a small package. -NVIDIA

On November 9th, 2010, NVIDIA launched the GeForce GTX 580 at $499 to eagerly awaiting gamers. The GeForce GTX 580 was a huge success for NVIDIA and refreshed the NVIDIA name in the eyes of gamers. The GeForce GTX 580 performed well and brought temperatures and power usage back in check. Following the GeForce GTX 580 NVIDIA launched the GeForce GTX 570 at $349 with great success as well. Both video cards offer great performance for gamers at acceptable prices for the performance delivered.

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