Hey everyone! I'm finally saying goodbye to my trusty GTX 1060 6GB, as NVIDIA is ending driver support for it. It's served me well, but I'm in the market for a new GPU that can keep up with my gaming needs. I primarily play at 1080p, aiming for 120-144Hz on high to ultra settings. My setup includes an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and 64GB of DDR4-3600 RAM. The main games I play are Helldivers 2 and Minecraft with heavy shaders, and while my 1060 manages about 60fps, I'd rather not have to lower settings anymore. I'm looking to spend around £250-300, but I can stretch to £350 if the performance boost is significant. Would love to hear your recommendations on what to get, especially since I'm considering both cheaper 40-series and the RX 9060 lineup!
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I’d suggest looking at the Intel Battlemage B580; it’s a solid option for the price! But keep in mind that Intel's making GPUs now is news to a lot of people!
Your 5700X3D can pair well with almost any GPU, including up to the 4080 if you want to go high-end. If you want the latest features, consider a 5060. If you’re feeling adventurous, the B580 is another choice, and the RX 9060XT could be a great value if the price is right. Also, don’t forget to check for used 3080s; they could offer a lot of performance for the money!
Is 8GB VRAM still enough for gaming these days? I’ve heard it’s becoming a concern.
Wait, Intel makes GPUs? That's new to me!