Initial tech specs on the Dx10-based 8600 series, and 8300 series.

8800GTS: 96 shaders, 500MHz (Core), 1600 MHz (Memory), 320MB of Memory, 320bit Mem-bus $299

8600 Ultra: 64 shaders, 500 MHz (Core), 1400 MHz (Memory), <512MB of Memory, 256bit Mem-Bus, $179

8600 GT: 48 shaders, 350 MHz (Core), 1200 MHz (Memory), <256MB of Memory, 128bit Mem-Bus, $149

8300 GT: 32 shaders, 500 MHz (Core), 1200 MHz (Memory), <256MB of Memory, 128bit Mem-Bus, <$99

8300 GS: 24 shaders, 500 MHz (Core), 1000 MHz (Memory), <256MB of Memory, 128bit Mem-Bus, <$79

I like the 8600 Ultra. Fits my price range nice and neatly.

Let the drooling commence!

http://www.guru3d.com/newsitem.php?id=4834

8800GTS 320MB tested by anandtech.com. Listed prices from newegg.com puts it exactly at $299.99. That's one right, I want to see the 8600 Ultra now.