I chose ATI, but not really because they are "faster". That will change in the next year, so it doesnt matter really. I chose it, because the quality of the picture, and the dvd playback, is just amazing in comparison. Get an All-In-Wonder card, and you have all the inputs and outputs you will ever desire. Digital video editing heaven! Of course, it runs games beautifully too. I love playin games on my 36 inch tv...with the TV out