I'm currently using a 6600 alongside my Ryzen 5 5600X and I'm considering upgrading my GPU. What options would you recommend for this CPU to achieve great 1440p gaming performance?
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Right now, the best price-to-performance card seems to be the RX 580. It's a solid option, providing around 25% better performance compared to lower-end models. If you're aiming for future upgrades, the RX 9070XT could be worth considering too.
If you're on a budget, a used 3070 or 3080 would be great choices for that setup. They deliver decent 1440p performance without breaking the bank.
For my own setup, I use a 6750XT with the 5600X for 1440p gaming and it's really satisfying. If I were upgrading now, I’d be looking at the 7800XT since the 9070 is still pretty pricey.
Pairing a GPU perfectly with a CPU isn't really necessary. It's about finding a GPU that meets your gaming expectations based on reviews and the types of games you enjoy. Just pick a card that gives you the FPS you want in the settings you prefer.
That's true, but they already have a CPU, so asking for advice makes sense in this context.
You could realistically use any GPU with the 5600X. Some people even run high-end cards like the RTX 5090 without issues. However, for the best value, I'd suggest looking into something like the RTX 4070 Super or RX 6800. Those provide good performance at 1440p without risking underutilization.
Gotcha! So, what's the best price-value card I should consider?
I agree, with a 5600X, nothing too wild—something like a 3080 Ti could work nicely, depending on your gaming style.
I’m also considering a 5060 Ti with my 5600X since I'm still stuck on the old 1660 Ti. The AMD cards are so hard to find at MSRP!