I've been using my current PC for three years and I'm thinking about upgrading. After doing some research, I believe a GPU upgrade would be the best option. Any recommendations on what GPU to consider? Also, I want to hit around 165 FPS at 1440p in most games. My budget for this upgrade is about $500. Here's my current build:
- CPU: Ryzen 7600
- GPU: Radeon 6700 XT
- Motherboard: Pro B650 M-P
- RAM: 32GB DDR5
- Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE
- Storage: 1TB SSD
- PSU: 650W
4 Answers
It mainly depends on your budget and what performance you're aiming for. With your $500 budget, you could look into options like the RX 9060 XT, which should fit within your price range. But definitely verify your monitor's specs for a clearer picture!
Your current build looks solid! To upgrade, the RX 9060 XT 16GB or perhaps a 5060 Ti might be your best bet, but remember, they might only be a side grade from the 6700 XT. For a significant upgrade, consider the 5070 or 9070, though you'd likely need a better PSU for those.
I've run a 5080 on a 750W PSU without issues, so a 650W should handle a 5070 just fine! It only uses about 30 more watts than the 6700 XT.
Should I just stick with what I have for now?
What are your monitor's resolution and refresh rate? Knowing those details could help narrow down the best GPU for your needs.
If you want to stay within your budget, the RX 9060 XT 16GB will work nicely, but the RX 9070 is a strong contender too for achieving close to your FPS goal at 1440p.
I forgot to mention—my max budget is $500 and I'm really hoping to hit 165 FPS on most games.