Well it is, because Shogun: Total War, Medieval: Total War, and Rome: Total War are the only games I actually play. I don't play any other games at all. The graphics are not so vital, but on the 9000 PRO RTW has a severe case of the judders (poor framerate) even on the lowest detail levels, with AA and AF turned off, so it would be worthwhile.
I'm liking the idea of a 9600XT "for around 35 pounds", if it's a "large improvement", and runs RTW at an acceptable framerate. I'll have to look into that some more.
Thanks for the replies.
