There is usually some major change that happens in graphic card development every year. However, the technology behind it doesn’t really become utilized for some time.
Phasing out AGP will take many years. So even if you upgrade to a motherboard without pci-e you should still be able to purchase and use newer graphics technologies. You may not have as much throughput through AGP.
If you are planning on using the new computer 2 or more years into the future you may want to consider getting one that has the capability to accept future hardware. Spending a little more now will save you more later in that case. If you plan another upgrade within 1 – 1.5 years you may hold off for the technology to become more available and cheaper.
Just because you have the slot doesn’t mean you need to get the card right off for it.
Personally I’m still waiting on the next set of breakthroughs in GFX tech probably available next year. In my opinion were in an odd year that’s a stepping stone to something much greater. As I’m looking forward to U3 ^_^
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