Best 3d graphics card?

[Rashkae]

Koppe wrote:
> What is the "best" (preferably personal experience)
> accelerated 3d graphics card to use under Linux...
> one that has good drivers available (community or
> from the manufacturer) that actually make the card
> work (almost) fully under Linux, but still isn't a slouch
> under Windows either?
> 


Get lots of debate either way, but only 2 choices are ATI or Nvidia..
personally, I think Nvidia currently best matches what you ask for,
though I myself plan on buying ATI going forward thanks to company
supported and ongoing development of open source drivers.