I'm in need of a new GPU because my current one is showing signs of failing, with some artifacting and screen tearing. I found a Radeon 9060 XT for about ~315 USD, which seems like a great deal. Here are my current specs that I'm planning to keep: CPU: Ryzen 5 3600, Motherboard: B450 Aorus M, and RAM: 2x8 G.Skill Trident 3200 MHz. I'm concerned about compatibility issues and whether my other components will still hold up with this upgrade.
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Definitely go for the 16GB version of the 9060 XT! Your Ryzen 5 3600 might struggle with the RX 9060 XT, so consider budgeting for an upgrade to at least a Ryzen 5 5600 in the future. Once you get the GPU, install a fresh copy of Windows to optimize performance before loading up the drivers. You'll love the boost!
If I get the GPU now and save for the CPU, can I still use my B450 motherboard for a bit longer? I want something that will last.