Hey everyone! I'm on the hunt for a GPU that costs under $300. I've heard about some options like the 9060 XT 8GB and the Arc B580, but I'm curious about which of these or any others would be the most future-proof choice. Any recommendations?
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The RTX 3060 (12 GB) and the B580 are solid picks for your budget and offer good performance.
Honestly, the B580 seems like the best deal. It's competitive with previous-generation cards and is also super easy to find. Plus, it performs better than the 5060 at 1080p, so it might fit your future needs really well.
If your flat budget is $300, the B580 is probably your best bet right now. Saw it listed for around $240-270, and with tax, you should land just under your budget. If you're willing to stretch a little, the 9060 XT could give you better long-term value. I checked eBay too, but didn’t find great deals for performance at that price.
For future-proofing, you want the fastest card with the most VRAM you can afford. The 9060 XT 8GB or the 5060 8GB at $299 are your main options. But keep in mind, if you're looking to play AAA games on high settings, 8GB might not be enough in a couple of years. If you can manage to buy used, that might stretch your budget further too!
Yeah, but in 2025, you might find an 8GB card really limiting.
If you're looking at performance, the 9060 XT 8GB is typically seen as the fastest card in this price range. But honestly, at this budget, nothing is truly future-proof; everything will feel outdated pretty quickly. Just a heads up.
That’s true! Cards at this price point can age quickly, but I've seen a 1060 6GB last a few years before needing an upgrade.
Yeah, I think going used might open up better options if you're patient!
What about second-hand options? Any recommendations for 1080p gaming?