Last updated: December 28, 2024 at 09:58 PM
Best GPUs
Nvidia Graphics Cards
- GTX 1080 Ti: "My EVGA FTW3 1080ti is still going strong. Treated her with a repaste and cleaning last summer. God what a beast, I love that card."
- RTX 3060, 3060 Ti, 3070, 4070, 4070Ti, 4070 Super, 4090:
- Pros: Good performance for various resolutions and budgets.
- Cons: Prices may vary, may not be the best value in some cases.
- RTX 4080, 4090: Considered high-end, providing excellent performance but at a premium.
- Intel B580: Touted as the best choice by some due to its performance and price.
AMD Graphics Cards
- RX 6600, RX 6700 XT, RX 6750 XT, RX 7600 XT, RX 7700 XT, RX 7800 XT, RX 7900 GRE:
- Pros: Good value for performance, competitive with Nvidia in price-to-performance ratio.
- Cons: AMD's RT performance may not match Nvidia's, especially in midrange AMD cards.
Suggestions and Considerations
- Factors to Consider: Budget, target performance (refresh rate, game genre), resolution, need for features like ray tracing (RT), DLSS, or CUDA cores.
- Recommendations by Budget:
User Experiences with Older GPUs
- Users are still satisfied with GPUs like GTX 1080, 1080 Ti, 980 Ti, RX 580, and even older models like GTX 970 and 6800 XT.
- Some users express concerns about GPU prices, scarcity, and the impact on upgrading from older models due to the current market conditions.
Retailer Practices
- Retailers like Best Buy are reported to have exclusive promotions, pricing issues, and practices that may affect GPU availability, causing frustration among customers.
- Price gouging and scalping are noted as ongoing issues, influencing the accessibility and affordability of GPUs.
Conclusion
- The best GPU ultimately depends on individual needs, budget, and preferences, with options available from both Nvidia and AMD catering to various use cases.
- Users are advised to consider performance, features, pricing, and availability when selecting a GPU that best suits their requirements.
