Well worth the wait, if you can wait, which I found out I couldn't wait when I was faced with waiting for the HD 6990. But i'm actually happier I switched to the crossfired 6970s, so it turned out great xD
Storm Sniper is gorgeous in the flesh, none of my components have gotten even close to hot temp-wise, but they're hott 24/7 in this sexy box of deliciousness (loll).
If you have the patience, you won't be disappointed.