12-23-2016, 01:43 PM
1. I prefer windoze, but only because I don't know a whole lot about linux. I know enough to get around, but that's about it. Most seem to prefer linux.
2. I have never had luck mixing AMD/ATI cards with NVIDIA and having the drivers play nice, but YMMV.
3. 290x's run very hot, and pull a LOT of power. My suggestion-sell off the 290x's and get another 1070. The one 1070 will outperform the 2x 290x's and leave you room for another 1070 if you get the cash. (I am assuming these are reference design/founders edition cards you are speaking of).
Also make sure the case you pick has good airflow.
2. I have never had luck mixing AMD/ATI cards with NVIDIA and having the drivers play nice, but YMMV.
3. 290x's run very hot, and pull a LOT of power. My suggestion-sell off the 290x's and get another 1070. The one 1070 will outperform the 2x 290x's and leave you room for another 1070 if you get the cash. (I am assuming these are reference design/founders edition cards you are speaking of).
Also make sure the case you pick has good airflow.