I'm looking to upgrade my GPU and need your advice! Currently, I have an NVIDIA GeForce Asus Dual RTX 4060 with 8GB of VRAM, but I've been playing Microsoft Flight Sim 20/24 and I find that just isn't cutting it. I'm eyeing the Sapphire Pulse RX 9060XT with 16GB of VRAM, which is priced between $402 and $450 in my area. My budget is around $480. Here are my specs:
* **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 5 5600
* **GPU:** NVIDIA GeForce Asus Dual RTX 4060 8GB
* **Motherboard:** ASUS A520M-K
* **RAM:** 32GB (2x16GB DDR4 @ 3200MHz)
* **Storage:** 1TB Kingston
* **PSU:** Cooler Master Elite Nex 500W
* **Casing:** 1st Player T3
* **Cooling:**
* **CPU Cooler:** Stock AMD Wraith cooler
* 4 stock fans
* **Monitor Setup:**
* **Main Monitor:** 27-inch LG (1440p)
* **Second Monitor:** 24-inch MSI G244F (1080p)
Also, I'm curious if a PSU of 650W would be enough for my setup?
4 Answers
I'd stick with the 9060XT 16GB if the 5060 Ti is out of your range. The extra VRAM will really help in flight sims. Just keep an eye on stock availability and pricing in your area. As for the PSU, a 650W should be sufficient for your setup!
The 9060XT 16GB is definitely a solid choice for your needs! It’s got the VRAM to handle Microsoft Flight Sim nicely. If you can swing it, check if you can find the 5060 Ti 16GB around the same price; it might be a bit pricier, but it could also give you similar or better performance if it's available.
Checking prices is key! If you're set on the 9060XT, I'd say it's a great pick. The 5060 Ti is good too, but prices can vary a lot. Just make sure whatever you get has enough juice; your 650W PSU should handle it just fine!
I’d usually recommend the 5060 Ti for newer tech, but if it’s out of your price range, the 9060XT is an excellent option. Just be wary about any future-proofing; you might want to consider a 650W PSU safe especially if you plan on overclocking.
Yeah, the 5060 Ti is about $514 around here, so it might stretch the budget a bit.