I'm curious if having a graphics card with 12GB of VRAM is still considered sufficient for gaming, especially in the context of current and upcoming games. I'm wondering how well these cards hold up, particularly with increasing demands from newer titles. Can someone share their thoughts on whether 12GB is enough for different resolutions like 1080p and 1440p?
5 Answers
I’ve got a 12GB card and it’s been performing well. But keep in mind, if you're gaming at higher resolutions like 4K, you might start encountering issues as most 12GB cards aren't designed for that level. It's sufficient for 1080p and should hold up for 1440p with most games, but I'd expect to turn some settings down on the latest titles.
Yeah, I can see 12GB hanging in there for a few more years, but with the push from the new generation of consoles, we might see the minimum requirements creeping up. With current trends, I'd guess that 8GB is really the bare minimum these days, especially with what's coming out.
It all really depends on your gaming preferences. For example, if you're comfortable with 1440p and don’t mind adjusting settings, then a 12GB card can still be solid for a while. Just keep an eye on how new titles are performing; some are already edging closer to the 12GB mark.
Honestly, 12GB should be enough to keep you gaming for the next few years, but I wouldn’t bank on it lasting beyond that unless you’re prepared for some compromises with settings. Some of the latest games are already using 10GB at 1440p, so I wouldn’t be surprised if 12GB becomes a bottleneck pretty soon.
Generally speaking, 12GB should work fine for 1080p gaming. When you start pushing to 1440p, particularly with next-gen titles, you might find yourself needing to dial down some graphics settings. Even now, some newer games can push VRAM usage close to that limit, so it really depends on what you’re playing and at what settings.
Exactly! 1080p is no problem, but for newer games at 1440p, you might hit that limit sooner than later.