4850 versus 4870, much difference?

[unknown212]

I'm going to buy one of these 2. Already that the 4870 is better, but it is much the performance difference between these 2 cards?

[kiLLer]

Because I personally do not think it has a very noticeable difference between the 4850 and 4870, it is clear that 4870 is better but the 4850 is not bad, if you want something really good going by 4870 and if you reach the silver, if not go by 4850 as they are similar.

[Team Leader]

It depends on a resolution that you intend to play, if the monitor does not sport more than 1600x1200, the 4850 is better, if not 4870.

[kiLLer]

I didnt understand it fully. Please explain the point of the resolution, thanks Team Leader.