Conclusion
Prolink truly did something truly unique with this graphics card, the dandy cooling system makes this a classy product with a very competitive edge in the mid-range market. It will performs nicely for a product in that price-range, I do have to make a small hint towards the 5900 series though, and I'd also like to state that a faster Ultra model of this 5700 product is in the same price range. If you are asking me what to buy, I'd suggest you go for an Ultra model as it'll get you a little performance edge over a mid-range product. The 5900 series is falling in price quickly and especially with the new 5900XT model you'll definitely have a better choice over the 5700 series. Keep that in mind when you are about to buy a 5700 product, compare prices and features people!
Where the 5600 series, in my eye, lacked performance.. the 5700 makes it up for it. With this graphics card you'll be able to play any game to date without any big performance issues. New DX9 titles are already running out of strength with this card though. If you don't care about that then this product is for you. Especially when you have a case-mod or case with side-door window. The Plasma Display Fan cooling is simply breathtaking, innovative and alone almost worth buying the card for. The R&D team of Prolink deserved two thumbs up for that.
I must add that we had the somewhat more expensive 200 USD version in our test-lab. That meant video in- and output and of course 256 MB memory which unfortunately is not well spent money on a product in this product class. The 5700 is definitely not meant for the hardcore gamer, but the ones that occasionally do play a game or two. Combine that with video in and output function, dual monitor options and let us not forget excellent DVD/Media playback, peachy fine 2D quality and a product that has the looks that can kill bill.
The PDF combined with a quality design, fine features and very stable solution makes a this product an excellent one to buy. I grant it our Editor's Choice, very stable, acceptable price and a fantastic cooling solution that deserves every bit of credit I can give.
Thanks to Prolink for giving us the opportunity to review their products.
Product: Prolink PixelView GeForce FX 5700 with PDF
Manufacturer:
Prolink
MSRP: € 199
On request of Prolink I'll also add detail about the European/UK office for European inquiries.
Company website: PROLINK Computers Limited/U.K Branch
Contact person: Mr. Jim Wyatt
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7556 7137
Fax: +44 (0)20 7556 7001
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