I'm planning to build a new AM5 setup and I can grab some decent RAM locally. I'm thinking about the 7600X3D, as its extra L3 cache will help with the games I play. But I'm wondering if 8GB of VRAM will be sufficient for gaming in 2026. I've heard that it might not be enough, but I mostly play games like Marvel Rivals, Overwatch 2, Madden, and Valorant, rather than demanding AAA titles. My current setup with a Ryzen 5800X and RX 6800 is starting to struggle, especially with Marvel Rivals, where I have to use FSR and low settings just to hit around 150 FPS with frame dips. I already have a 1080p 240Hz monitor, so will 8GB of VRAM hold up for me?
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8GB should be enough for 1080p unless you're pushing max settings in super demanding games. You should be fine for most esports titles though!
It's only about 4% faster than the RX 6800, so I'd say the upgrade isn't worth it just yet.
Sounds like sticking with your current GPU or considering a jump to a 9070 makes more sense.
If you're looking to upgrade, aim for at least a 9070 or above. The 6800 is still a good card; I'd suggest waiting for another generation if you can.
Honestly, focus on upgrading the CPU first. Your 5800X is likely bottlenecking your current GPU at 1080p. The 9060 XT doesn't offer a huge improvement over the 6800 for raster performance anyway.
Maybe I should look into the 5800X3D then, but I've heard the prices are pretty high.
Yeah, especially since the 5700X 3D or 5800X 3D is going for over $300 used now that they're out of production.
But with current trends, why take the risk? 8GB might not last if you really plan to keep up with newer titles.